CBS News and Stations is hiring: Multi-Skilled Journalist in San Francisco

Overview

KPIX-TV is looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist (MSJ) to join our team. A successful candidate is passionate about community storytelling, brings ideas to the table daily, cultivates sources, and has a strong social media presence. Candidates must have creative storytelling skills and an energetic delivery. We want a journalist who can create shareable stories for both broadcast and digital/social platforms with excellent writing, compelling video, and editing. Please provide a link to examples of broadcast and digital video work.

Base pay range

$119,465.00/yr - $126,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Development story ideas, write, shoot, and edit news content for on-air daily newscasts
• Pitch vetted stories reflective of the community
• Establish and maintain relationships/sources in the community
• Produce content for Twitter, Facebook and other social media sites
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Perform other duties as assigned
• SAG-AFTRA union membership will be required

Qualifications

• Development story ideas, write, shoot, and edit news content for on-air daily newscasts
• Pitch vetted stories reflective of the community
• Establish and maintain relationships/sources in the community
• Produce content for Twitter, Facebook and other social media sites
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Perform other duties as assigned
• SAG-AFTRA union membership will be required

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to shoot and edit broadcast quality video for television newscast and digital platforms
• Must be able to work independently with accuracy and the ability to problem solve quickly
• Must have knowledge of Broadcast ENG camera, lighting, audio and Live U
• Must have strong social media skills and be able to contribute on all platforms
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays and weekends
• Must be a team player and able to work under deadlines and have the ability to multi-task
• College degree in Journalism/Communications/Broadcasting preferred, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 4 years MSJ/television reporting experience preferred

About CBS News and Stations

CBS News and Stations brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. It is home to programs such as 60 MINUTES, CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, and more. The service is available across national and local platforms and is the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service.

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Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $119,465.00 - 126,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay depends on factors including geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability benefits, tuition assistance, and PTO or as otherwise dictated by applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams
• Opportunities for on-site and virtual engagement events
• Meaningful community connections inside and outside the workplace
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Entertainment