Podcast Head Writer

Job Description

Summary:

Provide story ideas and write premises, outlines and scripts for the series.

Responsibilities:
• Writes premise, outlines, scripts, synopses and any other show-related materials.
• Work with sourced materials and consultants to help craft narrative format
• Attend and contribute to writers' meetings.
• Ensure the quality and style of the show is met
• Ensure consistency in tone and quality across scripts from support writers
• Meet all writing deadlines.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Basic Qualifications:
• Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show.
• Good knowledge of story structure.
• Baseline knowledge of the demo and/or strong interest in kid's media
• Strong knowledge of the Spanish language
• Strong time-management skills.
• Work well under pressure.
• Ability to multitask a plus.
• Familiarity with Final Draft a plus.

Desired Qualifications:

BA/BS or equivalent work experience preferred.

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

ViacomCBS 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, ViacomCBS requires COVID-19 vaccines for current US employees, including all newly hired employees, subject to applicable law. Union employees are subject to what is outlined in their applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9bp84-3-139-70-131-42 in your application.