In Focus Producer - Spectrum News NY1 Job at Spectrum News in New York

In Focus Producer – Spectrum News NY1

Location: New York, NY. Opportunity to produce high‑quality local news for Spectrum News.

Base Pay Range

USD $55,000 – $87,800 per year.

Overview

Are you a creative storyteller who loves keeping your community informed? As an In‑Focus Producer at Spectrum News, you'll serve as the heart of the newsroom, leading local news coverage, determining which stories reach the audience, and collaborating with colleagues to craft compelling broadcasts across TV and digital platforms.

What Our Producers Enjoy Most

• Developing an in‑depth understanding of local and breaking news
• Creating newscasts that attract and hold audiences’ attention
• Transforming stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewers
• Collaborating with colleagues to determine what goes on air

Responsibilities

Lead local news coverage, identify and prioritize stories, collaborate with reporting and production teams, make decisions about what and when to air, manage content across multiple platforms, ensure accuracy and quality, and maintain a fast‑paced, evolving newsroom environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in television news
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience
• Knowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere & Final Cut Pro)
• Go‑getter personality and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Willingness to travel to uncover local stories and engage with the community
• Ability to work various shifts and adapt to schedule changes

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general office software, newsroom software, and non‑linear editing systems
• Ability to lift up to five pounds

Working Conditions

• Primarily inside a climate‑controlled environment throughout the year with occasional field duties
• Semi‑noisy newsroom setting

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.