Broadcast Associate CBS Weekend News Job at Paramount in New York

Overview #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.
The CBS Weekend News Broadcast Associate is an entry-level journalism position which supports all members of the broadcast while providing excellent opportunities to learn the basics of reporting and production at a major network news operation. This role is for both the CBS Evening News and CBS Weekend News.
The ideal candidate is a team player who has excellent interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational skills, is detail oriented and has a passion for current events. The role requires keeping a calm head under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
Work Schedule Wednesday - Sunday: 10AM - 7PM
Wednesday, Thursdays, and Fridays will be focused on CBS EVENING NEWS activity
Saturdays and Sundays will be CBS WEEKEND NEWS activity
Onsite Role This position requires in-person, 5 days/week, attendance at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City.
Responsibilities Assist producers in various capacities (transcribe tape, retrieve archive tape, feed tape, research stories, clear video/photos for air).
Perform administrative, operational, and editorial tasks as directed by the Executive Producer of Weekend News and Senior Director of CBS News Operations.
Produce voiceovers, SOTs and teases for a Weekend News broadcast, including gathering and coordinating incoming video.
Set up logistics for Zoom interviews and log interviews for producers.
Potential to field-produce coverage of news events or elements for news reports.
Attend daily editorial meetings and pitch stories that demonstrate sound news judgment.
Prepare daily Rights Manager file (Details of all outside footage/photos used in the night\'s broadcast).
Compile weekly social statistics for Weekend News postings on all social media.
Search CBS News affiliate postings weekly for Weekend Journal pitches.
Qualifications College degree preferred.
Internship or comparable proven experience working on a news broadcast.
Prior work in a newsroom setting is preferred.
Able to work under pressure and under strict deadlines.
Strong communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
Ability/willingness to work weekends (Wednesday through Sunday schedule), overtime, and holidays - often with short notice.
Compensation and Benefits Hiring Salary Range: $50,000.00 - 50,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate 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.
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.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are 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. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City

#J-18808-Ljbffr

In Summary: The CBS Weekend News Broadcast Associate is an entry-level journalism position which supports all members of the broadcast while providing excellent opportunities to learn the basics of reporting and production at a major network news operation . The ideal candidate is a team player who has excellent interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational skills, is detail oriented and has a passion for current events . The position requires in-person, 5 days/week, attendance at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City .

En Español: Tenemos las marcas, tenemos las estrellas, tenemos el poder de lograr nuestra misión para entretener al planeta - ahora todo lo que nos falta es... ¡Tú! convertirnos en parte de Paramount significa unirse a un equipo de personas apasionadas que no solo reconocen el poder del contenido sino que también disfrutan de un toque de diversión y singularidad. Juntos, co-creamos momentos que importan - tanto para nuestro público como para nuestros empleados - y queremos dejar una huella positiva en la cultura. El papel requiere mantener una cabeza tranquila bajo presión mientras mantiene una actitud positiva. Responsabilidades Asistir a los productores en varias capacidades (transcribir cinta, recuperar cinta de archivo, cintas de alimentación, historias de investigación, video / fotos claras para el aire) Miércoles, jueves y viernes se centrará en la actividad CBS EVENING NEWS Los sábados y domingos será CBS WEEKEND NEWS activity Onsite Role Este puesto requerirá presencia personal, 5 días/semana, asistencia al Centro de Radiodifusión CBS en Nueva York City. El pago inicial para el solicitante exitoso depende de una variedad de factores relacionados con el trabajo, incluyendo pero no limitado a la ubicación geográfica, demandas del mercado, experiencia, capacitación y educación. Los beneficios disponibles para este puesto incluyen un plan médico, dental, visión, 401 ((k), seguro de vida, prestaciones por discapacidad, programa de asistencia en matrícula y PTO o, si corresponde, como lo dicte el convenio colectivo apropiado. Lo que ofrecemos Compensos atractivos y paquetes integrales de beneficios. Consulte nuestra lista completa de beneficios aquí: https://www.paramount.com/careers/beneficies Estamos comprometidos con la igualdad de oportunidades laborales independientemente de su raza, color, etnia, ascendencia, religión, credo, sexo, origen nacional, orientación sexual, edad, estatus de ciudadanía, estado matrimonial, discapacidad, identidad de género, expresión del género y status Veteran. Si usted es un individuo calificado con una discapacidad o un veterano discapacitado, puede solicitar un alojamiento razonable si no puede o está limitado en su capacidad para usar o acceder a https://www.paramount.com/carreras como resultado de su discapacidad. Puede pedir alojamientos razonables llamando 212.846.5500 o enviando un correo electrónico a paramountaccommodations@paramoint.com. Sólo se devolverán mensajes dejados para este propósito.