Planning Manager - Spectrum News 1

Are you ready to take on a leadership role in the world of news coverage? We're looking for a talented Planning Manager to join the Spectrum News team and help us deliver top-quality news to our viewers. Apply today!

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 Mgr, Planning, you'll be the driving force behind our upcoming coverage. Your responsibilities will include researching, planning, and coordinating stories for air.

You'll work closely with our reporters to ensure their stories are on track, and you'll collaborate with our Assignment Manager to develop effective management strategies for the assignment desk.

You'll make data-informed decisions about what's resonating to connect our audience with the stories that matter.

WHAT OUR MANAGERS, PLANNING ENJOY MOST

Using your problem-solving skills to think critically about how to approach news eventsWorking closely with reporters, producers and editorsAs a part of Spectrum News, you're creative, highly technical, and ready to bring the character-driven stories of those in your community 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 a fast-paced and constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. We are focused on fostering a healthy, inclusive, and people-first team culture to effectively address challenges together.

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 :

Experience in journalism / television newsroom - 5 + yearsEducation :

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Broadcast Communication or comparable television work experience preferredTechnical skills :

Demonstrated news judgment, ability to develop sourcesSkills :

Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly communicate solutions; ability to relate well with diverse populationsAbilities :

Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and work under time pressure deadlineTravel Ability :

Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the communitySchedule :

Ability to work various shifts, longer shifts, weekends and holidays, and be flexible with schedule changes due to 'breaking news', and / or severe weather emergenciesPreferred Qualifications :

Works inside a climate-controlled environment throughout the yearWorks in an open newsroom setting with a semi-noisy environmentCommunicates in person, by phone and by emailWorks different or extended shifts and flexible with schedule changes.

Willing and able to work weekends and holidaysWorking Conditions :

Management or leadership experience - 2+ yearsSPECTRUM NEWS CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

Community Impact :

You will play an important role in connecting people to, and informing them about, their local communitiesSupportive Teams :

Who you are matters here. We aim to foster an inclusive workplace where every person is empowered to bring their best ideasDynamic Growth :

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Charter Communications is known in the United States by our Spectrum brands, including : Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice, Spectrum Networks, Spectrum Enterprise and Spectrum Reach.

When you join us, you're joining a strong community of more than 100,000 individuals working together to serve more than 32 million customers in 41 states and keep them connected to what matters most.

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