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News Producer Job at SPECTRUM in New York

SPECTRUM · New York, NY, USA ·

Job type:
Freelance

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 made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks that are constantly expanding and 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. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App. BE PART OF THE CONNECTIONAs a Freelance In-FocusProducer, you'll serve as the heart of the newsroom. You'll lead the charge on driving local news coverage and determining the most important stories of the. You'll collaborate with your colleagues to tell the news that matter in your community and around the country, making decisions about what to air and when, and how to keep our audience informed.WHAT OUR PRODUCERS ENJOY MOSTDeveloping an in-depth understanding of local and breaking newsCreating newscasts that attract and hold audiences' attentionsTransforming stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewersCollaborating with colleagues to determine what goes on air As a part of Spectrum News, 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 NEWSRequired QualificationsExperienceTelevision news - 2+ years EducationBachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experienceTechnical SkillsKnowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro) SkillsGo-getter personality, and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skillsTravel AbilityMust be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community ScheduleAbility to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changesPreferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and basic non-linear editing systemsMay be required to lift up to five poundsWorking ConditionsWorks primarily inside a climate-controlled environment throughout the year but might be assigned field duties on occasionSemi-noisy newsroom settingLI-JI1NPR320 2026-74165 2026 Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why 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. A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.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 also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.Get to Know Us Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you'll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Watch this video to learn more.Grow Your Career Here We're committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve – providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. Learn about Life at Spectrum.

In Summary: As a Freelance In-Focus Producer, you'll serve as the heart of the newsroom . You'll lead the charge on driving local news coverage and determining the most important stories . Spectrum News is committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news no matter how, when, and where they want it .

En Español: Este papel requiere la capacidad de trabajar legalmente en los Estados Unidos sin patrocinio migratorio basado en el empleo, ahora o en el futuro. ¿Es usted un narrador creativo? le encanta mantener a su comunidad informada? Aplicar para ser un productor independiente dentro del foco en Spectrum News. Parte de Charter Communications, Spektrum News está compuesto por más de 30 noticias hiperlocales y redes deportivas regionales que se están expandiendo constantemente y dedicadas a producir contenido original, imparcial y de alta calidad. Utilizamos enfoques periodísticos innovadores, respaldados por una investigación integral, para involucrar e informar a los espectadores sobre las noticias más esenciales, temas e eventos que ocurren en sus comunidades. Más allá de la distribución de noticias televisivas, nuestras salas de redacción publican historias a través de la aplicación SPECTRUM NEWS y televisión conectada. Colaborará con sus colegas para contar las noticias que importan en su comunidad y en todo el país, tomando decisiones sobre qué transmitir y cuándo, y cómo mantener informada a nuestra audiencia. Si eres un jugador de equipo ágil y apasionado, encontrarás una casa en nuestro equipo.CÓMO LLEVARÁS AL SPECTRUM NEWSCuáles son las cualificaciones requeridasExperienciaTelevisión noticias - 2+ años EducaciónBachillero o experiencia profesional equivalenteHabilidades técnicas Conocimiento de plataformas de redes sociales y habilidades básicas de edición (Adobe Premiere y Final Cut Pro) SkillsGo-getter personalidad, y excelentes habilidades interpersonales y de colaboración Viajes CapacidadDebe estar abierto a viajar para descubrir las historias importantes de su vecindario e interactuar con la comunidad Schedule La compensación real ofrecida considerará cuidadosamente una amplia gama de factores, incluidas sus habilidades, calificaciones, experiencia y ubicación. Cumplimos con los mínimos salariales locales y también, ciertas posiciones son elegibles para formas adicionales de otra remuneración basada en incentivos como bonos.Conocernos a Charter Communications proporciona productos de comunicación y entretenimiento superiores para clientes residenciales y empresariales a través de la marca Spectrum. Nuestras ofertas incluyen Internet spectrum, TV, móvil y voz. Más allá de nuestras soluciones de conectividad, también proporcionamos noticias locales, programación y deportes regionales a través del espectro Learn Networks y soluciones publicitarias multiscreen mediante el espectro Reach. Cuando usted se une a nuestro equipo, estará manteniendo nuestros clientes conectados a lo que más importa en 41 estados de todo Estados Unidos Vea este video para obtener más información.