Flex Producer

Producer - Spectrum News Original Content

Overview

Are you a creative storyteller ready to inform a digital news audience hungry for community first journalism?

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 on social media, YouTube, 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.

Responsibilities

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Producer, you’ll serve as the heart of a digital first long‑form news program. You’ll help drive the look and feel of the show and produce high‑quality stories. You'll collaborate with your colleagues to tell the news that matter in your community and around the country, making decisions about what to air and when, and assist with postproduction.

WHAT OUR PRODUCERS ENJOY MOST

Developing an in-depth understanding of local news

Creating shows and stories 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.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS

Required Qualifications

Experience: 2+ years of digital video or television news

Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience

Technical skills: Knowledge of social media platforms and YouTube 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 our communities 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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