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Charter Communications is hiring: Anchor - Spectrum News 1 in Louisville

Charter Communications, Louisville, KY, United States


This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Anchor at Spectrum News
Do you want to deliver captivating newscasts that inform and empower local communities? Apply to be an Anchor at Spectrum News.

Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper‑local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high‑quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We're committed to providing viewers with 24‑hour news‑no matter how, when, and where they want it.

About the Anchor Role
As an Anchor, you are the face of a story, connecting audiences with the news that matters to their communities. You're also a leader behind the scenes, playing an active role in editorial discussions and decisions. You play a critical role on a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate content intended to engage and connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.

What Our Anchors Enjoy Most

Connecting audiences with the stories that matter to their daily lives

Striking a balance between anchoring and behind‑the‑scenes editorial leadership

Setting a positive newsroom culture

Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital

What You'll Bring to Spectrum News
Required Qualifications

Experience : Television news anchoring - 5‑7 years

Education : Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field or comparable television work experience

Technical Skills : Experience in live shooting and editing news

Skills : Excellent on‑air camera skills, ability to work under pressure

Abilities : Leadership skills, capable of managing multiple priorities as well as a proactive problem‑solver, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds

Travel Ability : Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community

Schedule : Work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies and able to work weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a 24‑hour news channel

Working Conditions

Works inside in a climate‑controlled environment but may be assigned to field duties and be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions.

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well‑being at every stage of life.

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

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