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Producer – 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 are committed to providing viewers with 24‑hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it.

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 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.

• 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

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

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

• 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.

Base pay for this position generally ranges from $55,000.00 to $. The actual compensation offered will consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

We comply with local wage minimums and certain positions may be eligible for additional incentive‑based compensation such as bonuses.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.