Sr. Social Media Producer

Sr. Social Media Producer

CBS News is seeking a smart and innovative Senior Social Media Producer with a passion for news to join our team and help us optimize the biggest stories of the day for social platforms. We are looking for a hardworking journalist, who thrives in a fast paced environment and has impeccable editorial judgment.
The senior social media producer will be tasked with:
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
Candidate qualifications:
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
The schedule for this shift will be Monday-Friday from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. ET.