Univision

Writer - Temp

Chicago, IL

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Seniority: Mid level
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 23 Sept 2026

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JOB TITLE: News Writer - Temp

LOCATION: Chicago

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

Univision Chicago is looking for a Temp News Writer to join our team! to carry on the brand promise by informing, educating, and empowering our Hispanic audience. As a Temp News Writer, you will cover news for Chicago and surrounding areas.

ABOUT YOU:

Candidate will need to possess a strong understanding of compelling storytelling across all platforms, production workflows and be able to lead in high stress situations. Strong preference is given to individuals with market experience or an understanding of Chicago Hispanic demographics, geography, and newsmakers in the market and have an understating for writing for digital and platform specific video.

This position will be responsible for working on the daily production of news programs including newscasts and special coverages. The writer will be required to work on the daily news rundown, editorial input and writing of intros and other stories. In addition, the successful candidate needs to be able to translate aptly from English to Spanish, copy-edit news stories, revise spelling for graphics and supers and work with producers with informational banners for the newscasts. The writer needs to have quick reaction to breaking news and news updates. The candidate should maintain good and clear communication with managers as well as the producer, executive producer, anchors, production and digital team, assignment desk and technical crews. Writer also is responsible for digital writing articles, original video for YouTube shorts and reels and push alerts.

Candidate should be very familiar with digital technology and social media and be committed to continue advancing their skills in a changing environment.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

Excellent writing skills

Copy-edit news stories

Writing for digital platforms and tailoring to each one.

Translate aptly from English to Spanish

Revise spelling for graphics and supers

Quick reaction to breaking news and show news updates

Provide content for the station’s websites and social media channels.

Strong command of editorial standards, ethics and legal matters pertaining to broadcast

Preferred experience and/or understanding of Chicago marketplace

YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)

At least 2 years’ experience in a major news market.

Working knowledge of newsroom operation system (iNews, vizRT).

Must be bilingual with the ability to write fluently in Spanish and English.

Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Must be a member of WGBO NABET-CWA Local 41

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.

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