PEG Coordinator - Spectrum News

Spectrum News; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum News in Ithaca is seeking a PEG Coordinator to maintain and run automation tools and equipment for encoding and sustaining regular cablecast programs across our local channels.

You’ll be an essential part of a collaborative newsroom, controlling video/audio and automation systems, reading waveforms and RF monitors, and adapting to breaking news with flexible shifts and weekend/evening hours. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in video production and master control operations.
• Associates degree in Telecommunications, Electronics or related field or equivalent television/cable experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and run automation tools and equipment for encoding and sustaining regular cablecast programs.
• Control video/audio and automation systems during broadcasts.
• Collaborate with newsroom team to produce timely, accurate newscasts.

Skills

Video Production

Master Control Operations

Communication

Read waveform/RF monitor

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Telecommunications/Electronics

Tools

Automation systems

Job description

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks 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.

As a PEG Coordinator, you are responsible for maintaining and running the automation tools and equipment needed for encoding and sustaining regular cablecast programs. The ideal applicant for this position should be familiar with encoding digital video footage and have expertise controlling video/audio and automation systems equipment. You are an essential part of a collaborative team that produces compelling, timely, and accurate newscasts intended to engage and connect with our local audience.

What Our Peg Coordinators Enjoy Most

• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing, with community members, internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Collaborating closely with community members to make media production tools and resources accessible to them and sharing their experiences and viewpoints with a larger audience.
• Collecting information and handling details about scheduling and equipment usage.

As a part of Spectrum News, you’re creative, highly technical, and ready to bring the character-driven stories of those in your community 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 a fast-paced and 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.

Required Qualifications

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS

• Experience: Video Production and Master Control Operations – 2+ years
• Education: Associates degree in Telecommunications, Electronics or related field or comparable television, cable television work experience
• Technical skills: Knowledge of the computer automation systems used in PEG facilities required, knowledge of studio-based production and postproduction, basic understanding of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of television broadcasting systems,
• Skills: Effective communication skills and ability to work well under pressure and time deadlines.
• Abilities: ability to read waveform, vector-scope and RF monitor
• Schedule: Ability to work different shifts or longer shifts due to “breaking news” and severe weather emergencies, ability to work weekends and holidays
• Valid driver’s license for authorized driving in the State of residence

Working Conditions

• Television studio environment
• Primarily inside in a climate-controlled environment
• Communicates in person, by phone and by email
• Materials and equipment used: various studio and control room television equipment, computers and computer-related equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

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 $20.00 and $33.40. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

Get to Know Us

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, you’ll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. 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.