Freelance In-Focus Producer - Spectrum News NY1

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Are you a creative storyteller? Do you love keeping your community informed? Apply to be a Freelance In-Focus Producer at Spectrum News.
Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is a group of hyper‑local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, 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.
Be Part of the Connection

As a Freelance In‑Focus Producer, you’ll serve as the heart of the newsroom. You’ll lead local news coverage, determine the most important stories, collaborate with colleagues to decide what to air, and how to keep our audience informed.
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
Required Qualifications

Experience: Television news – 2+ years
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience
Technical Skills: Knowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro)
Skills: Go‑getter personality, and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
Travel Ability: Must be open to travel within your neighborhood to discover important stories and interact with the community
Schedule: Ability to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes
Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and basic non‑linear editing systems
May be required to lift up to five pounds
Working Conditions

Works primarily inside a climate‑controlled environment throughout the year but might be assigned field duties on occasion
Semi‑noisy newsroom setting
The base pay for this position generally is between

$55,000.00

and

$105,400.00 . The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and certain positions are eligible for additional incentive‑based compensation such as bonuses.
Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.

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