Sr. Social Media Producer

Paramount • New York, NY

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About The Position

Paramount is seeking a smart and innovative Senior Social Media Producer with a passion for news to join the CBS News team. This role involves optimizing the biggest stories of the day for social platforms, working in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrating impeccable editorial judgment. CBS News and Stations brings together CBS News, 28 owned television stations, the CBS News Streaming Network, local platforms, local websites, and cbsnews.com. It is home to various news programs and streaming services, providing news and information across multiple platforms globally. Paramount is committed to inclusion and equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

• 6 to 8 years of social media or newsroom experience
• Deep familiarity with social media platforms, audiences and best practices
• The ability to write about a variety of topics in a strong, yet unbiased way
• Strong writing skills with demonstrated portfolio of published work
• Strong producing and editing skills
• Ability to quickly and exactly subtitle video for social, using both editing platforms and the text tools within TikTok and Instagram
• Ability to work well with others under tight deadlines
• Degree in journalism, communications or related

Responsibilities

• Working with CBS News talent, including O&Os and affiliates, to script, record and produce original social content
• Acting as one of the leaders on the team, advising social media producers on story priorities, production techniques and best practices, in day-to-day coverage, breaking news situations and during special events.
• Appearing onscreen in original social videos and/or recording track for voiceovers.
• Producing and editing original video packages for CBS News’ various social media channels and the CBS News Streaming Network.
• Developing strategy for social channels and the optimization of show content for social platforms.
• Utilizing analytics to inform strategy and experimentation.
• Producing bespoke social content with talent, either as standalone social pieces or to preview segments on the show.
• Generating innovative and creative ideas for ways to drive tune-in and grow audience on social.
• Senior producing other producers’ video packages and scripts.
• Performing the role of a senior producer on original production shoots in the field
• Providing supervisory coverage when necessary.
• Composing social headlines, articles and share language that are both highly shareable and consistent with the CBS News brand.
• Backfilling other team members as needed.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages
• Generous paid time off
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Disability benefits
• Tuition assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees