Full TimeIthaca, New YorkPosted 08/20/2026Business unit: Spectrum NetworksAreas of interest: MediaRequisition Number: 2026-79967NPR106
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks 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 a PEG Coordinator, you are responsible for maintaining and running the automation tools and equipment needed for encoding and sustaining regular cablecast programs. The ideal applicant for this position should be familiar with encoding digital video footage and have expertise controlling video/audio and automation systems equipment. You are an essential part of a collaborative team that produces compelling, timely, and accurate newscasts intended to engage and connect with our local audience.
WHAT OUR PEG COORDINATORS ENJOY MOST
Collaborating closely with community members to make media production tools and resources accessible to them and sharing their experiences and viewpoints with a larger audience.
Collecting information and handling details about scheduling and equipment usage
As 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. 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: Video Production and Master Control Operations – 2+ years
Education: Associates degree in Telecommunications, Electronics or related field or comparable television, cable television work experience
Technical skills: Knowledge of the computer automation systems used in PEG facilities required, knowledge of studio-based production and postproduction, basic understanding of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of television broadcasting systems,
Skills: Effective communication skills and ability to work well under pressure and time deadlines.
Abilities: ability to read waveform, vector-scope and RF monitor
Schedule: Ability to work different shifts or longer shifts due to “breaking news” and severe weather emergencies, ability to work weekends and holidays
Valid driver’s license for authorized driving in the State of residence
Working Conditions
Television studio environment
Primarily inside in a climate-controlled environment
Communicates in person, by phone and by email
Materials and equipment used: various studio and control room television equipment, computers and computer-related equipment
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
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A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.
The base pay for this position generally is between $20.00 and $33.40. 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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