Associate Producer, CBS Newspath

Paramount Pictures; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in New York is looking for an Associate Producer to coordinate news production and newsgathering operations. This role involves managing breaking news responses and publishing video content. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in TV news and possess strong editorial and editing skills. The position offers a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events

Qualifications

• 3+ years local and/or network TV news experience or show producer experience preferred.
• Must have experience verifying facts and video elements, especially during breaking news.
• A focus on multi-media content is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate news production and newsgathering operations for CBS Newspath.
• Manage network's response to breaking news and editorial requests.
• Utilize major social media platforms to spot viral content.

Skills

Editorial judgement

Writing skills

Strong editing skills

Relationship building skills

Multi-tasking ability

Customer service skills

Education

Degree in broadcast journalism or related field

Tools

Avid

Job description

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Overview and Responsibilities:

CBS Newspath is seeking an Associate Producer with a strong dedication to journalism to coordinate news production and newsgathering operations for its Desk team! This position helps manage the network's response to breaking news and responds to video and editorial requests from CBS broadcasts, owned stations, affiliates and clients. The Associate Producer must be proficient in the feel and standard processes for social-friendly videos (including rights & clearances). The position includes overnight and weekend responsibilities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Clip and publish Newspath video and scripts
• Assist transmission and distribution of live video, edited video and correspondent packages
• Gather the elements producers need to put together packages and vo/sots for the biggest stories of the day
• Utilize major social media platforms like Facebook, X, Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube and others to spot viral and pre-trending content and turn it around for our brand

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years local and/or network TV news experience or show producer experience preferred.
• Requires strong editorial judgement & excellent writing skills.
• Strong editing skills a must. Avid preferable.
• Requires highly developed relationship building skills.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a dynamic, quickly-changing environment is essential.
• A focus on multi-media content is required.
• Must have experience in working with sources to confirm and verify facts and video elements, especially during breaking news.
• Excellent people/customer service skills are required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Understanding of TV newsgathering and transmission technology.
• Knowledge of regional television markets and station relationships a plus.
• Degree or equivalent experience in broadcast journalism or related field preferred.

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 70,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

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