Researcher, Soccer

This is a Freelance Job

CBS Sports, a year-round leader in television sports, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the CBS Television Network, including ''NFL ON CBS;'' college football, including the ''SEC ON CBS;'' college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters®, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; and ''CBS SPORTS SPECTACULAR.''

In addition, the division includes CBS SPORTS NETWORK, the 24-hour home of CBS Sports, and produces “INSIDE THE NFL” for SHOWTIME. CBS Sports Digital’s multi-platform offerings include CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; streaming sports news network CBS Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; CBS Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.

The Researcher will be responsible for a variety of production responsibilities to support our game and studio coverage. Responsibilities include creating and fact-checking graphics on live game broadcasts and studio shows, as well as sport specific research, mainly on UEFA Champions & Europa League, Serie A and Concacaf. The Researcher will also be involved with curating the top soccer news stories, stats and info on various teams and players both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Finding daily news stories for our live games and studio shows across our various soccer properties - mainly Serie A.
• Creating easily digestible research packets for entire production team ahead of matchdays, including being able to answer any questions/clarifications as needed
• Collaborating on high-end graphic and visual ideas for talent and production group
• Remote position with some travel as needed
• Support graphics, storylines and breaking news for Serie A coverage

Qualifications:

• Hands on experience being involved with a variety of sporting events
• High knowledge of soccer, both internationally and domestically (mainly Serie A)
• Must be aware of entire soccer landscape and be accurate in providing information
• Able to work under tight deadlines and handle high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skill and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a teamwork environment

Education
/Experience:
• Must have 2 years of experience in sports industry
• College degree or equivalent experience

Paramount 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, Paramount requires COVID-19 vaccines for current U.S. employees, including all newly hired employees, subject to applicable law. Union employees are subject to the agreement reached between the Company and the applicable Union.