Spectrum Networks is looking for: enthusiastic, talented, and driven individuals to join the best and brightest in gathering, producing, and delivering stories that make a difference within our community! Our commitment is to engage viewers with relevant, character-driven stories that are important to the local communities we serve.

　　Who we are: Spectrum Networks is a series of 30 + local news and regional sports networks owned and operated by Charter Communications, Inc. Spectrum Networks seeks to provide the most essential local news and information, cultivating relevant and thoughtful conversations that foster informed and engaged communities.

　　The Environment: Spectrum News operates in a 24-hour news cycle which can require employees to be flexible and available to work various shifts, including early morning, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.

　　Being on our team means: You are ready to inspire and be inspired! You're passionate, creative, and highly technical, driven to tell amazing stories that mean something to our communities. You're fiercely accurate, with a desire to leverage your knowledge, skills, and abilities to share news stories across multiple platforms. You're nimble, having the ability to pivot in an ever-changing workflow. You are a team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.

　　What we're looking for: Spectrum News is launching a new national news product which will stream 24x7 on a new OTT platform. Spectrum News is in search of a Producer who will create newscasts as part of a national editorial team. Our national news puts impactful, not sensational, stories and information into context to demonstrate to viewers how their lives are connected to domestic and world events.

　　The Producer, National News will work with Executive Producers and Associate Producers in the production of live and recorded national newscasts. The Producer will be responsible for story selection and execution, working with news management throughout all Spectrum Networks and coordinating editorial logistics with the National Content Hub, reporters, producers, and technical staff in locations throughout the U.S. The Producer will also be responsible for special reports and series.

　　MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.Produces assigned newscasts and news inserts making decisions on story lineup, video/audio elements, graphics and show timingWrites news stories for assigned newscasts; ensuring content is factually correct and written in a clear and concise conversational styleCollaborate with Executive Producers and ProducersSolve the challenges that come with dynamic news coverageGenerate story and coverage ideas on a daily and long-term basisDevelop backups for critical coverageCoordinate logistics with all Spectrum stationsFollows through on all assignments meeting required deadlines according to the Executive Producers instructionsProduces special programming as neededWorks in computerized newsroom environmentPerforms other duties as assigned

　　Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

　　Impeccable editorial judgementMust have a passion for news and storytellingKnowledge of current events and industry trendsMust be able to work quickly and accurately while juggling multiple tasks and prioritiesMust have live control room experienceAbility to read, write, speak, and understand EnglishInnovate storytelling and newscast producingKnowledge of social media platformsAbility to work effectively within a team environment and interact with all personnel throughout organizationExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsAbility to anticipate situations, meet strict deadlines, organize and manage multiple prioritiesPro-active with demonstrated enthusiasm in dealing with breaking news and high-stress situationsAbility to effectively train othersBasic editing skillsMust adhere to attendance guidelinesMust be able and willing to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changesWorking knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software and basic non-linear editing systems preferred

　　Education & Experience:

　　Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred or comparable television work experience5+ Years Producing experience in television newsNational news experience preferred

　　Our Culture: Every employee is an influencer and culture keeper. We expect respectful communication (despite pressure), openness to feedback, an eagerness to learn, and an overall positive attitude! Roles may require the following:

　　Overtime may be required to meet deadlinesVarying schedule due to, breaking news and/or daily news coverage requirementsProvide 24x7, 365 days per year, on-call support. May entail phone or physical presence at the facility for equipment failure or other disasters. This includes, but is not limited to equipment and power failures, loss of contracted services, storms or severe weather, and schedule conflicts

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　　Here, employees don't just have jobs, they build careers. That's why we believe in offering a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supports all aspects of their well-being, and delivers real value at every stage of life.

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