Producer, Wcbs
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CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount , all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount . The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
WCBS-TV, the #1 station in the ViacomCBS portfolio of local stations, is looking for a standout newscast producer/writer whose ambitions reach beyond the control room. This producer must be driven, team-oriented, and have impeccable news judgment and ethics.
Responsibilities
include crafting a visually compelling, balanced newscast that is well-paced. The successful candidate will have a proven track record as a newsroom leader.
Core Responsibilities:
• Create an engaging newscast that feels comprehensive while simultaneously creating moments for news anchors to show command of the information.
• Write conversational, balanced copy that provides the appropriate depth and context
• React quickly to breaking news and weather
• Actively participate in editorial meetings and pitch stories regularly
• Stay organized while managing time, people and other resources
• Champion teamwork and collaboration through strong communication skills
• Work well under deadline pressure
• Exhibit confidence in the control room
• Incorporate digital elements into newscasts in a relevant way
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience producing newscasts in a medium to large market
• Degree in journalism or related field preferred
• Must exhibit deep understanding of journalistic principals and ethics
• Must be a great teammate who brings a positive attitude
• Must be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Desktop editing experience preferred
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including overnights and weekends.