Newswriter

Job Description

Newswriter (Freelance)

CBS MORNINGS is seeking an innovative, hardworking Newswriter to join our fast-paced team of producers, to create the most informative and dynamic morning show on network television. This person should have a keen eye for the latest breaking news stories, and a passion for storytelling.

RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:
• Write compelling, succinct news stories under tight deadlines for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Must be able to write to elements, including video and graphics, for a television broadcast.
• Must have experience writing anchor copy, teases, correspondent scripts, and package scripts.
• Research and evaluate news stories and sources.
• Assist in the producing of news segments and breaking news special reports.
• Keen eye for detail including spelling, fact checking, balance and fairness.
• Work in a team atmosphere and incorporate editorial feedback.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be a member of the Writers Guild of America (WGA)
• Related College degree and/or equivalent preferred.
• At least 4 years of television news writing at network or local news level.
• Experience on INEWS/ENPS or equivalent news computer system.
• Familiarity with news feed services including CNN Newsource & CBS Newspath.
• Must possess excellent production and time-management skills.

ViacomCBS believes in creating environments that allow our primary focus to remain on providing entertainment, education and information to our millions of viewers around the world. As part of this commitment to health and safety, ViacomCBS requires COVID-19 vaccines for current US employees, including all newly hired employees, subject to applicable law. Union employees are subject to what is outlined in their applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gqn109-3-137-192-3-42 in your application.