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Producer - Spectrum News 1

Spectrum News · Multiple locations ·

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.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION
As a 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 of the day. You’ll collaborate with your colleagues to tell the news that matters 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 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

As 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.

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 & Final Cut Pro)

Skills: Go-getter personality, excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills

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

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 incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. Learn about Life at Spectrum.

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