Associate Producer, 60 Minutes

Paramount•New York, NY

10d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

60 Minutes is CBS News’ iconic news magazine, renowned for its investigative reporting, compelling storytelling, and interviews with influential newsmakers. For decades, the program has set the standard for rigorous journalism, uncovering important truths, holding powerful institutions accountable, and bringing audiences a deeper understanding of the people, issues, and events shaping the world. 60 Minutes is seeking an Associate Producer to join its dynamic team and support the producer/correspondent team in delivering the groundbreaking journalism that has defined the show for decades. The Associate Producer is a vital member of the broadcast team, supporting the development and production of stories that reflect 60 Minutes’ commitment to accuracy, fairness, and impact. This role requires well-developed editorial judgment, exemplary research skills, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced newsroom environment. The Associate Producer will work on-site at the historic CBS News Broadcast Center.

Requirements

3+ years of television news, documentary, or related production experience, including primary source and international reporting
Well-developed editorial judgment and a commitment to accuracy, fairness, and journalistic integrity
Experience conducting research, fact-checking, booking, or story development in a newsroom, documentary, investigative, or long-form production environment
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with sensitive, complex, or high-profile subject matter
Proficiency with public and private records databases such as LexisNexis and PACER
Willingness and ability to travel as assignments require, including weekends and extended periods when necessary

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
Exemplary organizational skills with the ability to multitask, manage multiple projects, and meet tight, competing deadlines
Demonstrated interest in investigative journalism, enterprise reporting, and in-depth storytelling
Ability to work collaboratively while remaining resourceful and proactive

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the producer and correspondent to pitch, research, develop, and advance story ideas across a wide range of subjects, including investigations, public affairs, business, science, culture, and global issues
Conduct in-depth background research and gather reporting materials, public records, documents, and archival content
Prepare comprehensive research memos, interview briefs, chronologies, and background packets for producers and correspondents
Help identify, vet, and pre-interview potential sources and contributors, and draft interview questions
Assist with field production, including coordinating shoots and interviews, and managing travel arrangements, logistics, and on-location reporting needs
Research, review, and clear archival and third-party materials, working closely with Rights & Clearances to secure footage, photographs, documents, and necessary permissions
Support script development and the scripting process; perform comprehensive fact-checking throughout and prepare a fully verified, footnoted final script prior to broadcast, in accordance with CBS News editorial standards
Collaborate with producers, correspondents, editors, and production teams throughout all stages of story development
Track developments on ongoing stories and monitor breaking news for potential enterprise opportunities
Build and maintain professional relationships with sources, experts, public officials, and colleagues
Handle sensitive information and high-profile subjects with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism