Producer

CBS News and Stations; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Hybrid/virtual events

Life at Paramount

Job summary

Paramount's KDKA-TV in Pittsburgh seeks a News Producer to lead daily newscasts across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.

You will make editorial decisions, craft scripts, and coordinate with anchors, reporters, and control room staff under tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate has CBS O&O newsroom experience, strong news judgment, and a commitment to accuracy and engaging storytelling for local audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or equivalent professional experience.
• 2–5 years of newsroom production experience.
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work under aggressive deadlines.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and breaking news.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily newscasts with story selection, pacing, and tone.
• Write and edit clear copy for anchors, teases, and live situations.
• Coordinate with reporters and photographers to sharpen story focus and visuals.
• Build and execute rundowns; communicate with directors and control room during live broadcasts.
• Understand video editing workflows and support streaming/digital newscasts.
• Collaborate with assignment desk, editors, reporters, and photojournalists; contribute enterprise ideas.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Leadership

Deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Tools

Video editing

Job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

KDKA-TV is seeking a strong, adaptable News Producer to lead daily newscasts in one of the country’s most established and respected local newsrooms. This role is responsible for editorial leadership, content execution, and real-time decision-making across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate understands the responsibility that comes with producing for a CBS O&O station, has solid news judgment, and is ready to grow with the evolving demands of modern local news.

Core Responsibilities

Newscast Leadership & Editorial Judgment

• Produce daily KDKA newscasts by determining story selection, order, pacing, and tone
• Make clear, confident editorial decisions that reflect KDKA’s standards of accuracy, balance, and transparency
• Respond quickly and responsibly to breaking news, severe weather, and major local events
• Ensure all content meets legal, ethical, and CBS News & Stations editorial standards

Writing & Storytelling

• Write and edit clear, compelling copy for anchors, teases, and live situations
• Edit scripts for accuracy, flow, and conversational delivery
• Work closely with reporters and photographers to sharpen story focus and visuals
• Maintain consistency in writing style across newscasts and platforms

Live Show Execution

• Build and execute rundowns using newsroom systems
• Communicate decisively with directors, anchors, and control room staff during live broadcasts
• Manage live shots, timing changes, and last-minute adjustments with composure
• Lead the show through fast-moving and high-pressure situations

Editing, Streaming & Digital Integration

• Possess a working understanding of video editing workflows; editing experience preferred
• Collaborate effectively with editors and understand fundamentals of video storytelling
• Willingness to learn and support KDKA’s streaming and digital newscasts
• Adapt news content for streaming, mobile, and digital platforms when needed
• Contribute to a multi-platform news strategy that serves viewers on TV, OTT, and online

Collaboration & Newsroom Culture

• Work closely with the assignment desk, managing editors, reporters, and photojournalists
• Participate in daily editorial meetings and enterprise planning
• Contribute story ideas that reflect Pittsburgh and the communities KDKA serves
• Support extended coverage during breaking news and special events

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 2–5 years of newsroom production experience (level dependent)
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work under aggressive deadlines
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and breaking news

Preferred Experience

• Producing experience in a large-market or CBS O&O newsroom
• Video editing experience or familiarity with non-linear editing systems
• Experience contributing to streaming or digital newscasts
• Strong understanding of local journalism and public-service reporting

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

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all.

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