ViacomCBS is hiring: Assistant News Director in Cheswick

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in? We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

KDKA-TV CBS Pittsburgh is seeking an Assistant News Director to own the day-to-day operations in one of the country’s leading newsrooms in a highly competitive market. Can you help lead first class producing, in-depth coverage, good storytelling, aggressive weather & sports coverage? Are you able to turn it all on a dime when big breaking news hits and own the big story? Are you savvy in the digital space and know how to deliver a “digital first” approach to covering news?

Our Assistant News Director will work directly with reporters to craft well-written and focused reports. They will also work side-by-side with Executive Producers on newscasts to ensure strategic content placement and first-rate newscast production. Our Assistant News Director will work with our digital team to own the digital space. Key to this role is passion for journalism and community. If you are wired to WIN, please apply.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Further the environment of good culture and inclusion.
• Manage and schedule staff that produces 70+ hours of local content a week.
• Review daily newscasts and other content for quality control and provide feedback to news staff.
• Excellent news judgment and strong ability to problem-solve.
• Formulate the vision for the way newscasts should appear on-air and manage a team of broadcast professionals in accomplishing that vision.
• Ability to stay focused in breaking news situations.
• Be a consistent leader of content and flexibility in scheduling.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Self-motivated teammate & leader with remarkable people skills to complete the station’s overall news mission.
• Ability to multi-task, coordinate tasks & people, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent broadcast and digital writing skills.
• Champion and encourage digital output on digital/streaming/social platforms.
• Ability to understand local content, how it impacts our community and how to best create this daily.
• Able to use and lead multiple resources to help our brand produce compelling content including video, sound, graphics and talent.
• Take direction and feedback from the News Director and implement the station’s mission for our community.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• College Degree in journalism, communications or related field required.
• At least 7 years of newsroom experience, with newsroom management preferred.
• Must be able to work all shifts.

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.
• 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.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

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