Associate Producer - Spectrum News NECN
About the role
Spectrum News NECN covers MA, NH, ME, VT, RI, and CT. 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.
What You'll Do
As an Associate Producer, you will collaborate with producers in the newsroom to craft compelling stories. Your creativity and upbeat attitude will be essential as you tackle sensitive topics and tell character-driven stories. Alongside the team, you'll represent what's happening in your community and connect audiences with the stories that matter.
What Our Associate Producers Enjoy Most
- Transforming stories from a simple pitch into a hit that inspires and delights viewers
- Working with colleagues in a collaborative environment
- Connecting with neighbors as you dig into the issues that matter to your local community
- Telling stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital
About You
As a part of Spectrum News NECN, 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.
Required Qualifications
- Television news experience: 0-2 years
- High school diploma
- Knowledge of current events, social media, and industry trends
- Ability to collaborate, news writing skills, and attention to detail
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, comparable television work experience preferred
- Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software and basic non-linear editing systems
- 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
Pay
The base pay for this position generally is between $20.40 and $36.10. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.