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Spectrum News is launching a new national news product which will stream 24×7 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.

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for working directly with national news anchor, Executive Producers and Associate Producers in the production of live and recorded national newscasts.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
  • Works directly with national news anchor
  • Produces live and taped segments, prepare research notes, pitch stories and other special projects
  • Writes news stories for an assigned show and/or newscast, ensuring content is factually correct and written in a clear and concise conversational style
  • Conducts interviews with both high profile guests and those not accustomed to being on TV
  • Collaborates with show production teams to prepare and facilitate production of newscasts
  • Coordinates logistics with all National Content Group and Spectrum stations
  • Generates story and coverage ideas on a daily and long-term basis
  • Follows through on all assignments meeting required deadlines according to the Executive Producer’s instructions.
  • Works in computerized newsroom environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Impeccable editorial judgement
  • Must have a passion for news and storytelling
  • Knowledge of current events and industry trends
  • Ability to effectively navigate social media for newsgathering purposes
  • Must be able to work quickly and accurately while juggling multiple tasks and priorities
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
  • Innovate storytelling and newscast producing
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment and interact with all personnel throughout organization
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to anticipate situations, meet strict deadlines, organize and manage multiple priorities
  • Pro-active with demonstrated enthusiasm in dealing with breaking news and high-stress situations
  • Ability to effectively train others
  • Basic editing skills
  • Must adhere to attendance guidelines
  • Must be able and willing to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes
  • Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software and basic non-linear editing systems preferred
  • National news and live control room experience preferred

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred or comparable television work experience

Related Work Experience
2+ Years Producing experience in television news

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Compensation

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03-19-2022

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