Overview
CBS New York is seeking a highly proficient, dynamic, and results-oriented Executive Producer to lead our award-winning newscasts. This pivotal role demands a visionary leader with an unwavering commitment to journalistic excellence, a proven ability to motivate and mentor diverse teams, and a demonstrable track record of driving ratings and content quality in a major market. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the editorial voice and strategic direction of our broadcasts, ensuring compelling, accurate, and impactful storytelling that resonates with the tri‑state area.
Key Responsibilities
Editorial Leadership & Oversight: Provide comprehensive oversight for assigned newscasts, including editorial content, story selection, rundown creation, and overall pacing. Ensure adherence to CBS News standards, journalistic ethics, and legal guidelines.
Strategic Vision & Execution: Develop and implement strategies to enhance newscast collaboration, increase viewership, and expand digital engagement. Identify emerging trends and audience interests to inform content development.
Team Leadership & Development: Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of producers, reporters, and newsroom personnel. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance environment that encourages creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
Collaborative Partnerships: Work seamlessly with news directors, managing editors, reporters, anchors, photographers, and technical staff to ensure cohesive and impactful news delivery across all platforms. Collaborate closely with digital and social media teams to maximize content reach and engagement.
Breaking News & Special Coverage: Take charge during breaking news events and special coverage, demonstrating exceptional judgment, decisiveness, and ability to adapt quickly to evolving situations while maintaining journalistic integrity.
Quality Control & Brand Consistency: Maintain the highest standards for writing, production values, visual presentation, and on‑air performance. Safeguard the CBS New York brand and ensure consistent messaging and tone.
Performance Analysis & Optimization: Analyze ratings data, audience feedback, and competitive landscape to identify areas for improvement and work with the news director to implement data‑driven strategies for growth.
Qualifications
Extensive Experience: Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in local television news production, with at least 3–5 years specifically as an Executive Producer or Senior Producer in a top market.
Proven Track Record of Results: Documented success in growing viewership, improving content quality, and leading teams to achieve goals.
Collaborative Leadership Style: Demonstrated ability to lead by example, fostering an environment of open communication, mutual respect, and strong teamwork. Adept at navigating complex newsroom dynamics and building consensus across departments.
Exceptional Journalistic Acumen: Deep knowledge of newsgathering, storytelling, and broadcast production. Well‑developed editorial judgment, keen eye for detail, and impeccable writing skills.
Strategic Thinker: Ability to think creatively and strategically about news content, audience engagement, and competitive positioning.
Crisis Management Skills: Proven ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, making sound decisions during dynamic breaking news situations.
Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with modern newsroom systems, broadcast technology, and digital content platforms.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or a related field.
About the Company 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. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, and award‑winning broadcasts such as CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. The organization provides news and information across TV, radio, podcasts, Paramount + and every digital platform, delivering a premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service available to anyone with Internet access worldwide.
Additional Information Hiring Salary Range:
$160,000.00 – $185,000.00 (New York, California, Colorado, Washington state and most other geographies). Starting pay depends on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The position is bonus eligible.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO as dictated by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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
Equal Opportunity Employer Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. Contact numerical 212.846.5500 or email paramountaccommodations@paramount.com for accommodations. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
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Key Responsibilities
Editorial Leadership & Oversight: Provide comprehensive oversight for assigned newscasts, including editorial content, story selection, rundown creation, and overall pacing. Ensure adherence to CBS News standards, journalistic ethics, and legal guidelines.
Strategic Vision & Execution: Develop and implement strategies to enhance newscast collaboration, increase viewership, and expand digital engagement. Identify emerging trends and audience interests to inform content development.
Team Leadership & Development: Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of producers, reporters, and newsroom personnel. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance environment that encourages creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
Collaborative Partnerships: Work seamlessly with news directors, managing editors, reporters, anchors, photographers, and technical staff to ensure cohesive and impactful news delivery across all platforms. Collaborate closely with digital and social media teams to maximize content reach and engagement.
Breaking News & Special Coverage: Take charge during breaking news events and special coverage, demonstrating exceptional judgment, decisiveness, and ability to adapt quickly to evolving situations while maintaining journalistic integrity.
Quality Control & Brand Consistency: Maintain the highest standards for writing, production values, visual presentation, and on‑air performance. Safeguard the CBS New York brand and ensure consistent messaging and tone.
Performance Analysis & Optimization: Analyze ratings data, audience feedback, and competitive landscape to identify areas for improvement and work with the news director to implement data‑driven strategies for growth.
Qualifications
Extensive Experience: Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in local television news production, with at least 3–5 years specifically as an Executive Producer or Senior Producer in a top market.
Proven Track Record of Results: Documented success in growing viewership, improving content quality, and leading teams to achieve goals.
Collaborative Leadership Style: Demonstrated ability to lead by example, fostering an environment of open communication, mutual respect, and strong teamwork. Adept at navigating complex newsroom dynamics and building consensus across departments.
Exceptional Journalistic Acumen: Deep knowledge of newsgathering, storytelling, and broadcast production. Well‑developed editorial judgment, keen eye for detail, and impeccable writing skills.
Strategic Thinker: Ability to think creatively and strategically about news content, audience engagement, and competitive positioning.
Crisis Management Skills: Proven ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, making sound decisions during dynamic breaking news situations.
Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with modern newsroom systems, broadcast technology, and digital content platforms.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or a related field.
About the Company 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. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, and award‑winning broadcasts such as CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. The organization provides news and information across TV, radio, podcasts, Paramount + and every digital platform, delivering a premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service available to anyone with Internet access worldwide.
Additional Information Hiring Salary Range:
$160,000.00 – $185,000.00 (New York, California, Colorado, Washington state and most other geographies). Starting pay depends on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The position is bonus eligible.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO as dictated by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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
Equal Opportunity Employer Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. Contact numerical 212.846.5500 or email paramountaccommodations@paramount.com for accommodations. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
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