Freelance Producer - Spectrum News 1

Charter Communications • Louisville, KY

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a creative storyteller? Do you love keeping your community informed? Apply to be a Producer at Spectrum News. 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.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in Television news
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience
• Knowledge of social media platforms
• Basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro)
• Go-getter personality
• 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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Serve as the heart of the newsroom.
• Lead the charge on driving local news coverage and determining the most important stories of the day.
• Collaborate with colleagues to tell the news that matters in your community and around the country.
• Make decisions about what to air and when, and how to keep our audience informed.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of local and breaking news.
• Create newscasts that attract and hold audiences’ attentions.
• Transform stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to determine what goes on air.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level