Freelance Producer – Spectrum News Charlotte

Are you a go-getter with a passion for news, writing, and storytelling? Do you thrive in an ever-changing team environment? Then joining Spectrum Networks as a Producer may be right for you.

At Spectrum Networks, we are dedicated to producing unbiased, high-quality, and hyperlocal programming on 30+ networks, including in NYC, LA, and DC. Every day, we engage more than two million households on the issues and events taking place locally.

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Producer, you’ll work in a fast-paced, fiercely accurate, 24/7 breaking newsroom. You’ll use innovative journalistic approaches, informed by sound research, to produce exclusive and informative content. Your commitment to viewers and your craft will make an impact on people’s lives and your career.

WHAT OUR PRODUCERS ENJOY MOST

• Being part of a large news organization with a coast-to-coast network
• Writing creative, original content for shows and newscasts
• Making decisions on story lineups, video/audio elements, graphics, and timing
• Collaborating with teams to produce live and recorded TV newscasts—from concept to air
• Coordinating coverage of major stories, breaking news, and specials
• Engaging viewers with relevant and timely news that matters

We’re a dynamic team working together toward a specific broadcast. Here, you’ll find yourself behind-the-scenes in a boisterous newsroom and on the occasional field assignment. Prepare to come in every day filled with drive and a commitment to viewers. This is more than a job; it’s a service to the communities where we work and live.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NETWORKS

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or related field or equivalent work experience
• Experience: 3+ years of TV news and line producing or equivalent experience
• Technical Skills: Editing software such as Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro
• Skills: Broadcast news writing (including tease writing); strong editorial judgement and journalistic integrity
• Abilities: Effective communication, excellent interpersonal skills, multitasking, time management, collaborative, positive attitude, detail-oriented
• Schedule: Ability to work a variety of schedules including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays

SPECTRUM NETWORKS CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

• Dynamic Growth: We’re growing and expanding our news products and services, and offer career opportunities to move up and around our network
• Sense of Belonging: Be part of something bigger-working here gives you a direct connection to a huge news network
• Supportive Teams: Inspiring leaders and encouraging colleagues support you in doing your best work and developing your career
• Tools + Tech: Access to the latest software and equipment to create your shows
• Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you—at work and in life

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