Planning Producer - Spectrum News 1

Charter Spectrum•Washington, MA

55d•$54,960 - $87,840

About The Position

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 via 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. BE PART OF THE CONNECTION As a Planning Producer, you'll serve as the heart of the newsroom. Responsible for producing content for assigned shows and newscast, oversee planning and newsgathering coordination for a fast-paced newsroom in Washington D.C. Contribute to special features and stories. Participate in coordinating coverage of major stories, breaking news and specials. 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.

Requirements

Television news - 2+ years
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience
Knowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro)
Go-getter personality, and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
Ability to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and basic non-linear editing systems
Strong news and editorial judgement
May be required to lift up to five pounds

Responsibilities

Responsible for producing content for assigned shows and newscast
Oversee planning and newsgathering coordination for a fast-paced newsroom in Washington D.C.
Contribute to special features and stories.
Participate in coordinating coverage of major stories, breaking news and specials.
Developing an in-depth understanding of local and breaking news.
Creating newscasts that attract and hold audiences' attentions
Maintain political calendar, coordinate production resources, pitch stories, make calls, and handle breaking news
Transforming stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewers
Writes and produces news stories for an assigned newscasts as needed; ensuring content is factually correct and written in a clear and concise conversational style
Work closely with managers, producers, reporters and photographers to coordinate editorial and production coverage of political events, major stories, breaking news and specials

Benefits

Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.

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