Producer CBS News 24 / 7

This is a Freelance Job

CBS News 24/7 – our signature national news stream – is seeking an experienced freelance Producer who is prepared to set the agenda for a new national newscast! This role is ideal for someone ready to be the backbone of the CBS stream's 24/7 promise, delivering breaking news from around the world, best-in-class storytelling, on-the-ground reporting, and a behind-the-scenes look at how coverage comes together. We use innovative AR/VR technology to enhance the viewer experience, providing context, transparency, and accuracy.

This freelance position may also include fill-in Executive Producer responsibilities, offering the opportunity to lead editorial direction and manage control room operations when needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Originate, research, write, produce, and edit news segments.
• Collaborate with national assignment editors, reporters, writers, and executive producers while making editorial and content decisions in accordance with CBS guidelines and standards.
• Work both in the control room demonstrating adaptability and composure in fast paced situations, including breaking news.
• Oversee editing, script writing and creation of news graphics.
• Time programs and segments with a good sense of pacing, energy and urgency.
• Embrace change and innovation, constantly seeking new ideas and approaches to connect with our audience.
• Uphold impeccable grammar, spelling, and attention to detail in all content produced while ensuring active, conversational style writing.
• Exhibit strong editorial judgment, effective communication, and critical thinking skills.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of broadcast or cable news experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Proven background in journalism and television production, including solid news judgment, rundown management, and concise broadcast writing.
• Previous experience working in a live control room, including serving as a Line Producer in a live-news environment.

This position will be covered under the WGAE streaming agreement and is based at the CBS News bureau in San Francisco.