Associate Producer: Local News & Multiplatform Stories

Spectrum; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum News NECN seeks an Associate Producer to collaborate with newsroom producers, crafting compelling, character-driven stories. You’ll contribute to coverage across TV, connected TV, and digital platforms, bringing local community perspectives to life with accuracy and creativity.

This entry-level newsroom role emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, and storytelling across multiple channels. You’ll work in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, embracing varying shifts and travel to cover important

Qualifications

• Experience: Television news - 0-2 years
• Education: High school diploma
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of current events, social media, and industry trends
• Skills: Ability to collaborate, news writing skills, and attention to detail
• Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule: Ability to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field is preferred
• Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software and basic non-linear editing systems
• May be required to lift up to five pounds

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with producers to craft compelling stories
• Tell character-driven stories across TV, connected TV, and digital platforms
• Represent local community stories and connect audiences with important topics
• Maintain accuracy and leverage curiosity and storytelling abilities across multiple platforms

Skills

Collaborate

News writing

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

High school diploma

Job description

Spectrum News NECN seeks an Associate Producer to collaborate with newsroom producers, crafting compelling, character-driven stories. You’ll contribute to coverage across TV, connected TV, and digital platforms, bringing local community perspectives to life with accuracy and creativity.

This entry-level newsroom role emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, and storytelling across multiple channels. You’ll work in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, embracing varying shifts and travel to cover important