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Overview and Responsibilities:

Interested in joining the team? CBS News 24/7 is seeking a WGA SEGMENT PRODUCER to work in its New York City Broadcast Center. All applicants will be reviewed and considered for a current or near-future opening.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Researches and produces compelling segments that include quality sound, eye-catching graphics, effective use of maps and headline-grabbing banners.
• Receives assignments and guidance from Executive Producers and Line Producers to research and write questions for anchors for guest segments and exercises editorial judgment in selection of visual elements for segments.
• Coordinates with anchors and correspondents to inform them on subject matter and brief them on segments.
• Works closely with senior staff in the control room with the ability to add to the editorial process in a breaking and live news environment.
• Exercises stellar editorial skills: Ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling and comprehensive storytelling.
• Works closely with senior staff on editorial content of the show.
• Pitches and shapes clear and specific segment ideas with speed and accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Serves as an editorial contributor in the control room during assigned segments to ensure smooth on-air production.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the control room and exercises appropriate etiquette.
• Exhibits calm demeanor in high-pressure situations, including the control room.
• Participates in daily staff editorial and production meetings.
• Works with Executive Producers, Line Producers, and Producers on standards, rights and clearances, and the editorial direction and language for the Anchors, Correspondents, and on-screen graphics.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least five years of experience working in a newsroom, preferably with experience writing copy at a national broadcast, streaming, cable news organization, or major local market.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism and/or a related field.
• Background in journalism and TV, including strong news judgment & critical thinking skills.
• Impeccable grammar and spelling, experience in news writing, and ability to pass comprehensive CBS News 24/7 writing test.
• Command of AP style and broadcast writing.
• Available to work all shifts, including early morning, nights, weekends, and holidays, as part of a regular rotation and as coverage needs require, as this is a 24-hour news network.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ENPS.
• Line producing experience.
• Sophisticated knowledge of current events and pop culture.
• Up to date on periodicals, including Op-Eds.
• Own and master the day's international, national and political news.
• Proven proficiency in collaborating within a team, maintaining meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to write and perform efficiently and calmly under the pressure of a fast-paced, live TV setting.
• Be able to handle multiple assignments for regular programming as well as rolling breaking news coverage.
• Proven capability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong understanding of digital and social media.
• Knowledge and enthusiasm for the future of digital media.

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 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $82,000.00 - $90,000.00.
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.

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

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