Multi-Skilled Producer

Job Description

OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

CBS News Detroit is looking for a bold and innovative streaming news producer who wants to become a leader! The candidate should thrive and be an authority in the booth, know how to let the content decide the format, understand top story treatment, and excels at urgent production style and conversational writing. We're looking for more than a show stacker! The candidate will lead all aspects of the production of a newscast. You may assist with digital, social, and breaking news coverage. Shift includes mornings. Responsibilities include, but not limited to writing, producing, and editing content. Must have a strong understanding and ability to incorporate the web into daily coverage.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Originate, research, lead, write, produce, and edit news segments for television and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with CBS Detroit's team to ensure seamless coordination and execution of news.
• Work both in the control room demonstrating adaptability and composure in fast paced situations.
• Flourish with change and innovation, constantly seeking new ideas and approaches to connect with our audience.
• Assist in the station's goal of growing digital-first content
• Uphold impeccable grammar, spelling, and attention to detail in all content produced
• Exhibit strong editorial judgment, effective communication, and critical thinking skills
• Other duties as assigned

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
• 2+ years of experience as a line producer

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including overnight schedules, holidays, weekends
• Must be a team player and able to work under deadlines and have the ability to multi-task

CBS, a subsidiary of Paramount Global, creates and distributes industry-leading content across a variety of platforms to audiences around the world. The Company has businesses with origins that date back to the dawn of the broadcasting age as well as new ventures that operate on the leading edge of media. It includes some of the industry's most successful and popular brands and businesses: CBS Television Network, CBS News and Stations, CBS Sports, CBS Studios, CBS Media Ventures and CBS digital properties.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $70,000.00 - 80,000.00.

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.

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-qk3xyx-216-73-216-0-42 in your application.