WGA Segment Producer, CBS News 24/7

ParamountNew York, NY
$89,960 - $92,000Onsite

About The Position

CBS News Streaming Network is seeking a Segment Producer to join its team at the New York City Broadcast Center. This role is responsible for researching, developing, and producing high-quality, compelling news segments in a fast-paced, live environment.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of newsroom experience.
  • Well-developed background in journalism, including exemplary news judgment and critical thinking skills.
  • Exemplary writing skills, including mastery of grammar, spelling, AP style, and broadcast writing.
  • Proven ability to write clear, accurate, and engaging copy under deadline pressure.
  • Ability to pass a comprehensive CBS News writing test.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience within a national broadcast, cable, or streaming news organization.
  • Familiarity with ENPS or similar newsroom systems.
  • Line producing experience.
  • Deep knowledge of current events, including international, national, political, and cultural news.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments across both scheduled programming and breaking news coverage.
  • Experience working in live television environments with tight turnaround times.
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Well-developed understanding of political news and public affairs.
  • Knowledge of digital and social media platforms and content strategy.
  • Passion for emerging trends in digital and streaming media.
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute meaningfully in both editorial planning and live production settings.

Responsibilities

  • Research, develop, and produce segments that incorporate robust editorial judgment, high-quality sound, graphics, maps, and banners.
  • Collaborate with Executive Producers and Line Producers to write anchor questions and shape segment content.
  • Coordinate closely with anchors and correspondents, providing detailed briefings on subject matter.
  • Actively contribute in the control room during live broadcasts, ensuring smooth execution of segments.
  • Pitch and refine timely, relevant, and compelling story ideas under tight deadlines.
  • Exercise well-developed editorial judgment to identify stories with high potential for impactful storytelling.
  • Participate in daily editorial meetings and contribute to show content development.
  • Ensure compliance with standards, rights, and clearances in coordination with senior production staff.
  • Maintain composure and professionalism in high-pressure, breaking news environments.
  • Demonstrate well-developed control room awareness and adhere to established production protocols.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • 401(k) plan
  • life insurance coverage
  • disability benefits
  • tuition assistance program
  • PTO
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