Live News Segment Producer

CBS News and Stations; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HBO Max subscription

Paramount+ subscription

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Job summary

CBS News Streaming Network in New York City is seeking a Segment Producer to craft compelling segments for a 24/7 news environment. You will research topics, coordinate with anchors and correspondents, and guide on-air graphics and language to ensure high-quality storytelling.

The role requires 5+ years in a newsroom, strong journalism background, and expert CBS News writing standards. It offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a newsroom, writing copy for national broadcast, streaming or cable news.
• Background in journalism and TV with strong news judgment.
• Knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture.
• Impeccable grammar, spelling and CBS News Digital writing test.

Responsibilities

• Research and produce segments with sound, graphics, maps and banners.
• Write questions for anchors and select visuals under guidance.
• Coordinate with anchors and correspondents to brief on topics.
• Work with control room staff to support editorial process in live news.
• Show editorial skills to identify high-potential stories.
• Collaborate on editorial content with senior staff.
• Pitch segment ideas quickly and accurately under deadlines.
• Serve as editorial contributor in the control room for smooth on-air production.

Skills

Newsroom experience

News writing

AP style

Editorial judgment

Team collaboration

Tools

ENPS

Job description

CBS News Streaming Network in New York City is seeking a Segment Producer to craft compelling segments for a 24/7 news environment. You will research topics, coordinate with anchors and correspondents, and guide on-air graphics and language to ensure high-quality storytelling.

The role requires 5+ years in a newsroom, strong journalism background, and expert CBS News writing standards. It offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a fast-paced setting.