Job Description

Executive Producer - National Stream Newscast

40576

Production

Full-Time

On-Site

Overview and Responsibilities:

The CBS News Bureau in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Executive Producer who is prepared to set the agenda for a new national newscast! This person will be the backbone of the CBS stream's 24/7 promise, offering 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. Innovative AR/VR technology will improve the experience, providing context, transparency, and accuracy.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee 60-minute newscasts.
• Responsible for story selection and editorial content.
• Lead and work with national assignment editors, reporters, writers, and producers while making editorial and content decisions in accordance with department guidelines and standards.
• Effectively communicate with field reporters, editors, and talent.
• Respond aggressively to breaking news.
• Use all production elements accurately and creatively.
• Exercise strong national news judgment.
• Make quick decisions and clearly communicate in the control room.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of news management experience and 3 years of line producing experience with a proven track record.
• Familiar with AR/VR production.

Additional Qualifications:

• Related college degree and/or equivalent preferred.
• Outstanding storyteller.
• The personal and professional maturity to direct and manage a staff of experienced reporters, writers, and editors.
• Excellent writing and production skills.
• Adept at responding to breaking news, both strategically and in the control room.
• Eagerness to incorporate new media strategies and technologies.
• Desire and ability to innovate.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit at desk for long periods of time and operate keyboard.
• A detailed physical description is on file.

Additional Information:

Hiring Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00. 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. This position is bonus eligible.

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

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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