Associate Producer - Spectrum Noticias

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

Job summary

Spectrum Noticias in New York seeks an Associate Producer to collaborate with the newsroom team and craft compelling stories. You’ll handle sensitive topics, tell character-driven stories, and ensure accuracy across TV, digital, and connected TV platforms.

You’ll contribute to local journalism, work in a fast-paced environment, adapt to shifting schedules, and engage with the community while delivering high-quality, unbiased content every day.

Qualifications

• Television news experience or familiarity with newsroom workflow.
• Bachelor’s or higher in broadcast journalism or related field is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish and English with strong written and spoken skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with producers to craft compelling stories for TV and digital platforms.
• Tell character-driven stories while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Interact with the community to uncover important local stories.

Skills

News writing

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Spanish-English fluency

Travel readiness

Schedule flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

High school diploma

Tools

Non-linear editing

Newsroom software

Office software

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Do you have an eye for detail? Are you looking to kickstart your journalism career in a 24/7 newsroom?

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’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news - no 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 an Associate Producer, you will collaborate with producers in the newsroom to craft compelling stories. Your creativity and upbeat attitude will be essential as you tackle sensitive topics and tell character-driven stories. Alongside the team, you’ll represent what’s happening in your community and connect audiences with the stories that matter.

WHAT OUR ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS ENJOY MOST

• Transforming stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewers
• Working with colleagues in a collaborative environment
• Connecting with neighbors as you dig into the issues that matter to your local community
• Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital

As a part of Spectrum Noticias, 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.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NOTICIAS

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Television news - 0-2 years
• Education: High school diploma
• Language: Write and speak Spanish and English fluently
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, comparable television work experience 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

Working Conditions

• Works primarily inside a climate-controlled environment throughout the year but might be assigned field duties on occasion
• Semi-noisy newsroom setting

Here, our employees don’t just have jobs, they’re building careers. That’s why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.

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 $20.40 and $43.30.

Get to Know Us

Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, the leading broadband and video company in the nation and the fastest growing mobile provider in its footprint, with services available to more than 70 million homes and small to large businesses across 45 states. When you join our team, you’ll be keeping customers connected to Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet®, Mobile, TV and Voice products. Watch this video to learn more.

Grow Your Career Here

We’re committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve - providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. Learn about Life at Spectrum.