TV Writer
SPECTRUM, Austin, TX, United States
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. Were committed to providing viewers with 24-hour newsno 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 Producer, youll serve as the heart of the newsroom. Youll lead the charge on driving local news coverage and determining the most important stories of the. You'll collaborate with your colleagues to tell the news that matter in your community and around the country, making decisions about what to air and when, and how to keep our audience informed.
WHAT OUR PRODUCERS ENJOY MOST
- Developing an in-depth understanding of local and breaking news
- Creating newscasts that attract and hold audiences attentions
- Transforming stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewers
- Collaborating with colleagues to determine what goes on air
As a part of Spectrum News, youre creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your communitys 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 youre a nimble, passionate team player, youll find a home on our team.
WHAT YOULL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Television news - 2+ years
- Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of social media platforms and basic editing skills (Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro)
- Skills: Go-getter personality, and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
- Schedule: Ability to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and basic non-linear editing systems
- Political experience preferred
- May be required to lift up to five pounds
Working Conditions
- Works primarily inside a climate-controlled environment throughout the year but might be assigned field duties on occasion
- Semi-noisy newsroom setting
SPECTRUM NEWS CONNECTS YOU TO MORE
- Community Impact: You will play an important role in connecting people to, and informing them about, their local communities
- Supportive Teams: Who you are matters here. We aim to foster an inclusive workplace where every person is empowered to bring their best ideas
- Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees careers as they grow
- Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in youat work and in life
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