Producer
CBS Sports
Remote / Virtual
NewsNation Senior Segment Producer, NewsNation Now (New York)
The NewsNation Senior Segment Producer for NewsNation Now is responsible for pitching well-conceived segment ideas, compiling elements, and crafting stories and segments on a variety of topics ranging from domestic to international news from news of day to breaking news. The Senior Segment Producer also works with the Executive Producer, Senior Producer, Line Producer to elevate the editorial quality and creativity of segments by supporting other segment producers and by also copy editing scripts. The selected candidate will also fill in as a senior producer in the control room as needed. This position is based in New York.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Research topics using the Internet, video archives, and other information sources
Select strongest possible elements to help best tell stories
Write clear, compelling and strong editorial copy in anchor's voice
Assist in preparing and executing live, compelling television newscasts.
Keep Executive Producer and Senior Producer apprised of developments of stories
Support segment producers in crafting and writing
Copy edit scripts to ensure accuracy, journalistic integrity, and that stories meet the show's style
Requirements & Skills:
Five to ten years of experience in national or major-market news
BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field.
Strong writing and editorial skills required.
Ability to create dynamic graphic and video elements
Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people
Interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail-oriented
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Exhibit strong news judgment
Handle stress, including short deadlines
Work at a computer for extended periods of time
Must be able to work assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings and weekends/holidays
Perform other tasks as assigned by news management
Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7oky6-18-218-36-242-42 in your application.
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