Associate Producer - Craft Local News that Connects

Spectrum; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum News in New York seeks an Associate Producer to collaborate with producers in the newsroom to craft compelling stories. Your creativity and upbeat attitude will help tackle sensitive topics and tell character‑driven stories across your community.

You’ll play a key role across platforms—TV, connected television, and digital—ensuring accuracy, engaging audiences, and informing viewers. The role offers a fast‑paced environment, travel when needed, and opportunities to grow within Spectrum

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 0-2 years of television news experience.
• Knowledge of current events, social media, and industry trends.
• Ability to collaborate, strong news writing, and attention to detail.
• Must be open to travel to cover neighborhood stories.
• Flexibility to work different shifts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with producers in the newsroom to craft compelling stories.
• Tackle sensitive topics and tell character‑driven stories.
• Represent the community and connect audiences with important stories.
• Tell stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital.
• Work in a fast-paced newsroom environment with new stories daily.

Skills

News writing

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Social media awareness

Travel flexibility

Schedule flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Newsroom software

Non-linear editing systems

Office software

Job description

Spectrum News in New York seeks an Associate Producer to collaborate with producers in the newsroom to craft compelling stories. Your creativity and upbeat attitude will help tackle sensitive topics and tell character‑driven stories across your community.

You’ll play a key role across platforms—TV, connected television, and digital—ensuring accuracy, engaging audiences, and informing viewers. The role offers a fast‑paced environment, travel when needed, and opportunities to grow within Spectrum