Associate Producer, CBS Newspath

Job Description

Associate Producer, CBS Newspath (Freelance)

CBS Newspath is seeking an Associate Producer with a strong commitment to journalism to coordinate Newspath news production and newsgathering operations.
• Help manage Newspath's response to breaking news and respond to video and editorial requests from CBS broadcasts, owned stations, affiliates and clients.
• The AP is also responsible for editing and publishing Newspath video and scripts and assisting in the transmission and distribution of live video, edited video and correspondent packages.
• The AP will occasionally fill in for the Supervising Producer .
• E ditorial responsibilities such as: spot viral and pre-trending content and turn it around for our brand and be well-versed in rights and clearances.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
• 3 years local and/or network TV news experience or show producer experience preferred. 
• Requires strong editorial judgement & excellent writing skills.
• Strong editing skills a must. Avid preferable.
• Requires highly developed relationship building skills.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a dynamic, quickly-changing environment is essential.
• A focus on multi-media content is required.
• Understanding TV newsgathering and transmission technology.
• Knowledge of regional television markets and station relationships a plus.
• Degree in broadcast journalism or related field preferred.
• Willingness and flexibility to work a variety of different shifts,
overnight and weekend responsibilities.
• The candidate must be familiar with all major social media platforms and vehicles for engaging audiences on a digital level. This includes - but is not limited to - Facebook, Facebook Live, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, Instagram Stories, and YouTube.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $25.0 - 28.13.

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.

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rb0ebe-13-59-61-119-42 in your application.