Production Specialist I - Spectrum News

Spectrum

3.4

(50)

Albany, NY

Why you should apply for a job to Spectrum:

  • 4.2/5 in supportive management
  • 62% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 61% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Through a partnership with Women in Cable Telecommunications, employees can access mentoring, networking and development programs.
  • Spectrum Women serves as an internal resource, helping empower women to achieve their goals for professional success.
  • In 2019, 15 Charter leaders were recognized as Cablefax’s Most Powerful Women.
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    Position summary

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    As a Production Specialist I, you will work closely with Master Control Operators to create content that informs and inspires our audiences. You will collaborate with the entire newsroom to ensure all aspects of the show run smoothly. You will also use your technical expertise to elevate the production quality of our broadcasts. Your team will collaborate to produce compelling, timely, and accurate newscasts intended to engage and connect with our local audience.

    WHAT OUR PRODUCTION SPECIALISTS ENJOY MOST

    • Collaborating with our production and content teams to create high-quality programming

    • Elevating production quality in new and innovative ways

    • Using the power of technology to delight and inform your local community

    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.

    WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS

    Required Qualifications

    • Experience: Television production - 1-3 years

    • Education: College degree or technical discipline in television production or related field, or comparable work experience

    • Technical Skills: Demonstrated technical aptitude and experience with television control room and studio production technology including knowledge/skills with, audio mixers, robotic camera controls, production automation systems, newsroom editorial software, non-linear editing systems, satellite systems, bonded cellular systems, router systems, and automated on-air play out systems; familiarity with video switchers, character generators, DVE's, and video servers.

    • Skills: Promote teamwork within a positive work environment, exhibit consistent leadership skills when performing directing duties, demonstrate understanding/skills related to shot composition, lighting, and aesthetics

    • Abilities: Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, ability to work independently without direct supervision, ability to train others

    Working Conditions

    • Semi-noisy office environment

    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: Be part of a strong community that gives you opportunities to network and grow and wants to see you succeed

    • Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees' careers as they move up or around the company

    • Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you-at work and in life.

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    The base pay for this position generally is between $20.00 and $33.10. 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.

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    Why you should apply for a job to Spectrum:

  • 4.2/5 in supportive management
  • 62% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 61% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Through a partnership with Women in Cable Telecommunications, employees can access mentoring, networking and development programs.
  • Spectrum Women serves as an internal resource, helping empower women to achieve their goals for professional success.
  • In 2019, 15 Charter leaders were recognized as Cablefax’s Most Powerful Women.