Spectrum is hiring: Executive News Producer in Austin

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Are you a natural born leader? Are you passionate about keeping communities connected and informed? Apply today to be a Political Executive 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. Were committed to providing viewers with 24-hour newsno 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

Political Executive Producer , youll own the vision for the newscast. Youll lead your team through story creation to produce compelling, timely, and accurate newscasts. Youll be responsible for building a positive team culture, while generating story ideas that reflect your local community. Youll make data-informed decisions to connect your audience with the stories that matter.
What Our Executive Producers Enjoy Most
Uniting a team of storytellers to deliver clear, compelling coverage of political events and issues
Overseeing projects from conception to completion, with an emphasis on breaking political news and special programming focused on government and elections
Leading hands-on management and training initiatives, including advanced techniques for political graphics, camera work and cross-newsroom collaboration to strengthen political reporting
As a part of Spectrum News, youre creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your communitys 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 youre a nimble, passionate team player, youll find a home on our team.
WHAT YOULL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS
Required Qualifications
Experience : Producing and executive producing in television news - 5+ years,
Management

- 2+ years
Education : Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or comparable television work experience
Technical Skills : Preferred working knowledge of general computer software
Skills : Basic editing and ability to effectively train others
Travel : Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
Schedule : Works different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced understanding of political analysis, election coverage and local policy impacts
Working knowledge of 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 occasional field duties
Semi-noisy newsroom environment

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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, youll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Watch this video to learn more.
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