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Writer
CBS News and Stations
San Francisco, CA
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CBS News Bureau San Francisco is seeking an experienced Writer who is prepared to set the agenda for a new national newscast! We need someone to 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. We use innovative AR/VR technology to improve the experience, providing context, transparency, and accuracy. Come join our team!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Write compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Write content according to station policies, editorial style and rundown.
- Research and evaluate news stories and sources.
- Video editing of content for news broadcasts using Edius/Grass Valley system.
- Assist in the producing of news segments and breaking news special reports.
- Exercise sound news judgment and align with CBS Stream’s 24/7 editorial standards.
- At least 3 years of experience writing television news.
- Experience on INEWS/ENPS or equivalent news computer system.
- Ability to work in a team atmosphere and incorporate editorial feedback.
- Must possess excellent production and management skills.
- Related College degree and/or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to create clear, compelling, succinct news stories from raw materials including: unedited video, reporter notes, desk notes, telephone interviews, and wire copy.
- The demonstrated ability to attract and hold viewers with compelling teases.
- Writing style that is straightforward, uses active voice and is conversational.
- Keen eye for detail including, spelling, fact checking, balance and fairness.
- Experience working with video editing systems.
- Familiarity with news feed services like CBS Newspath.
- Ability to respond rapidly and effectively to breaking news.
Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $75,000.00 - 80,000.00.
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.
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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.
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