Senior News Producer - Data-Driven Editorial Lead

Spectrum News; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum News NECN is seeking a Senior Producer to join our newsroom in Needham Heights. You will make editorial decisions, fact‑check scripts, and craft show rundowns while serving as the newsroom’s central leader, guiding teams with inspiration and feedback.

Your data‑driven approach will shape daily coverage across TV, digital, and mobile platforms. You’ll work in a fast‑paced environment, collaborating with journalists to tell accurate, engaging stories for communities across MA, NH, ME, VT,

Qualifications

• Television news producing experience: 4+ years; line producing: 3+ years.
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent television work experience.
• Knowledge of current events and familiarity with the local market and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Make editorial decisions and fact‑check scripts; create show rundowns.
• Lead as the heart of the newsroom with leadership, inspiration, and feedback.
• Use data to inform decisions and determine daily news coverage across platforms.

Skills

Attention to detail

News industry knowledge

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Television work experience

Job description

Spectrum News NECN is seeking a Senior Producer to join our newsroom in Needham Heights. You will make editorial decisions, fact‑check scripts, and craft show rundowns while serving as the newsroom’s central leader, guiding teams with inspiration and feedback.

Your data‑driven approach will shape daily coverage across TV, digital, and mobile platforms. You’ll work in a fast‑paced environment, collaborating with journalists to tell accurate, engaging stories for communities across MA, NH, ME, VT,