Associate Producer – Tampa Bay – Spectrum Bay News 9

Company Description

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Company Name: Spectrum Job Description

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’re 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: An Associate Producer who can Research and write news scripts for assigned shows and newscasts. Contribute to special features and stories. Participate in shooting, scripting and editing as directed as well as coordinating coverage of major stories, breaking news and specials.

Qualifications:

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Demonstrated broadcast news writing ability

Ability to anticipate situations and meet strict deadlines

Effective skills and excellent collaboration skills

Ability to work effectively within a team environment and interact with all personnel within the organization

Knowledge of current events and industry trends

Attention to detail

Familiarity with the local market

Knowledge of social media platforms

Ability to work rapidly and accurately

Basic editing skills

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma and 2+ years of television news experience

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!
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