Producer, 48 Hours

Job Description

Hiring Salary Range: $215,000.00 - 250,000.00

We are looking for a Producer to develop, produce, and write hour long 48 Hours episodes from story conception through final delivery!

Responsibilities:
• Research and develop true crime stories for competitive network docuseries
• Manage production team and budget
• Book and pre-interview story characters
• Work closely with talent, senior producers, editors in all phases of production process
• Write interview questions and briefing notes for correspondents
• Write scripts that emphasize complex story telling without compromising integrity
• Pivot on deadline to incorporate new facts and information in scripts
• Follow CBS News standards and practices
• Review content with attorneys
• Develop and oversee online content to promote broadcast on multi-platforms
• Produce segments for breaking news as needed

Qualifications:
• At least 10 years of writing experience in print, digital and/or television
• At least 5 years of long-form documentary producing – producing standalone hours preferred
• Strong writing, story-telling, editorial and communication skills
• Ability to juggle multiple facets of production and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to collaborate well with all levels of production staff
• Be a self-starter who can work independently as well as part of a team
• Have meticulous attention to detail
• Be a keen problem solver

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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. 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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rzjjv1-18-117-70-132-42 in your application.