Producer - Spectrum News 1

Spectrum Local News; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Producer to join their dynamic newsroom. This role is all about creativity and collaboration, where you'll shape local news coverage and engage with the community. You'll transform simple stories into compelling narratives that resonate with viewers, working in a fast-paced environment that values accuracy and innovation. If you're ready to bring your storytelling skills to life and make a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supportive Teams

Community Impact

Dynamic Growth

Total Rewards

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in television news production.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead local news coverage and determine key stories.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create engaging newscasts.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration Skills

Go-getter Personality

Storytelling Abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Equivalent Professional Experience

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Newsroom Software

Job description

Join to apply for the Producer - Spectrum News 1 role at Spectrum News.

Are you a creative storyteller? Do you love keeping your community informed? Apply to be a Producer at 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’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

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. You'll collaborate with your 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.

What Our Producers Enjoy Most

• 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

As a part of Spectrum News, 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.

Required Qualifications

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS

• Experience: Television news - 2+ years
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro)
• Skills: Go-getter personality, and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• 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

• 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

SPECTRUM NEWS CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

• Community Impact: You will play an important role in connecting people to, and informing them about, their local communities
• Supportive Teams: Who you are matters here. We aim to foster an inclusive workplace where every person is empowered to bring their best ideas
• Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees’ careers as they grow
• Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you—at work and in life

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A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

Get to Know Us Charter Communications is known in the United States by our Spectrum brands, including: Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice, Spectrum Networks, Spectrum Business and Spectrum Reach. When you join us, you’re joining a strong community of 95,000 employees working together to serve nearly 32 million customers in 41 states and keep them connected to what matters most.

Who You Are Matters Here We’re committed to growing a workforce that reflects our communities, and providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement. EOE, including disability/vets. Learn about our inclusive culture.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution