Broadcast Associate- CBS Sports Soccer (Freelance)

CBS Sports; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

CBS Sports in Stamford, CT is seeking a Freelance Broadcast Associate to support studio coverage, focusing on soccer properties and graphics coordination. You will research events, create engaging graphics, and assist in storytelling for broadcasts with non-traditional hours, nights, weekends and travel as needed.

The role requires strong soccer knowledge, the ability to work under deadlines, and excellent communication. A Bachelor's degree is preferred and bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in sports (internships or full-time).
• Hands-on experience producing a variety of sporting events (control room experience a plus).
• Knowledge of the entire soccer landscape and able to think outside the box visually.
• High knowledge of soccer, both internationally and domestically.
• Able to work under tight deadlines and handle a high‑pressure environment.
• Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a teamwork environment.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as Graphics/Font Coordinator on studio shows across our various soccer properties.
• Research newsworthy events related to all our soccer properties.
• Collaborate on high-end graphic and visual ideas for talent and studio coverage.
• Create graphics, storylines and breaking news for our soccer coverage.

Skills

Sports production

Graphics coordination

Research

Deadline management

Communication

Teamwork

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Overview

The Broadcast Associate will be responsible for a variety of production responsibilities to support our studio coverage. Responsibilities include coordinating graphics on studio shows, as well as sport specific research, especially CBS Sports Golazo Network, UEFA Champions & Europa League, Serie A, and Concacaf. The Broadcast Associate will also obtain, organize, and log video footage for use in shows and other production elements. This is a Freelance position based in Stamford, CT. Non-traditional hours, nights, weekends, and holidays are to be expected, with some travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as Graphics/Font Coordinator on studio shows across our various soccer properties
• Research newsworthy events related to all our soccer properties
• Collaborate on high-end graphic and visual ideas for talent and studio coverage
• Create graphics, storylines and breaking news for our soccer coverage

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience in sports (internships or full-time)
• Hands‑on experience producing a variety of sporting events (control room experience a plus)
• Knowledge of the entire soccer landscape and able to think outside the box visually
• High knowledge of soccer, both internationally and domestically
• Able to work under tight deadlines and handle a high‑pressure environment
• Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a teamwork environment
• Bilingual abilities are a plus

CBS Sports, a year‑round leader in cross‑platform sports coverage, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the CBS Television Network, including THE NFL ON CBS; college football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters®, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; soccer, including the UEFA Champions League and NWSL; and CBS SPORTS SPECTACULAR. In addition, the division includes CBS SPORTS NETWORK, the 24‑hour cable home of CBS Sports which televises live sports programming throughout the year, including college football and basketball games, UEFA Champions League and Europa League action, Italy's Serie A matches, Concacaf national team competitions, as well as a full slate of original programming and studio coverage. CBS Sports also delivers an extensive lineup of global soccer coverage on Paramount+, including every UEFA club competition match, all Serie A matches as well as Concacaf national team competitions, and produces INSIDE THE NFL for Paramount+. CBS Sports Digital's multi‑platform offerings include CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; the 24/7 streaming sports news network CBS Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; CBS Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $47,000 - $54,000.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, 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.

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