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SPECTRUM is hiring: Senior Producer - Spectrum News NECN in Needham Heights

SPECTRUM, Needham Heights, MA, USA

Job type: Full Time


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

Are you eager to collaborate with a hard-working team to build engaging and informative newscasts? Apply to be a Senior Producer with Spectrum News NECN.

Spectrum News NECN covers MA, NH, ME, VT, RI, and CT. 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. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Senior Producer, you'll play a crucial role in the newsroom by making editorial decisions, fact-checking scripts, and creating show rundowns. You will use data to inform these decisions and determine the news stories that will air each day. Along with your editorial duties, you will serve as the heart of the newsroom - leadership, inspiration, and feedback will be important aspects of your role.

WHAT OUR SENIOR PRODUCERS ENJOY MOST

  • Developing strong leadership and management skills

  • Reading, writing, and copyediting scripts

  • Making data-informed decisions

  • Initiating and controlling plans for breaking news

As a part of Spectrum News NECN, you're creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your community's stories to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is fast-paced in a constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you're a nimble, passionate team player, you'll find a home on our team.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS NECN

Required Qualifications

  • ExperienceTelevision news producing - 4+ years, Line producing - 3+ years
  • EducationBachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or comparable television work experience
  • Technical SkillsKnowledge of current events, and familiarity with the local market and industry trends
  • SkillsStrong attention to detail and passion for news, must be able to lift up to 5 pounds
  • Travel AbilityMust be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
  • ScheduleAbility to work various shifts, longer shifts, weekends and holidays, and be flexible with schedule changes due to "breaking news