Reporter - Houston, Tx

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.

CBS Newspath is seeking an MMJ/Reporter to join our news team. This role will be based in Houston.

We are looking for a self-motivated, curious storyteller with a love for shooting, writing, and editing national stories of interest, including consumer and health.

Key Responsibilities:
• Pitch daily story ideas, gather news and information for various platforms including TV and digital
• Will work with producers and news managers on developing, researching, investigating, writing, producing, and presenting stories as needed for both TV and digital platforms
• Present completed news stories that are accurate, journalistically sound, fair and balanced
• Will report live during affiliate newscasts in cities around the country, including breaking news as needed
• Will shoot, edit, coordinate, manage, conduct, and video record interviews
• Build contacts for developing impactful original stories
• Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an MSJ/ Television Reporter Experience
• Proven interview skills
• A valid driver's license
• Minimum 5 years' experience writing, producing and desktop editing

Education Requirements:
• College Degree Required or Equivalent Experience

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting's television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $120,000.00 - 150,000.00.

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.

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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-86112q-3-41-188-35-42 in your application.