Producer, Podcasts

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Producer, Podcasts

Location: New York, NY-based

Job Type: Full-time (40/hours a week)

Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000

Overview

CBS News is seeking a Producer, Podcasts (48 Hours & Special Projects) to lead the production of limited-series podcasts and special reporting initiatives tied to the 48 Hours franchise. This role will focus on deeply reported, narrative-driven audio and video projects, requiring strong editorial judgment, investigative instincts, and longform storytelling experience.

The Producer will work closely with hosts and editorial leadership to shape series, manage complex production timelines, and deliver high-impact content across audio and video platforms.

This position reports to the Vice President of Podcast Editorial.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end production of limited-series podcasts and special reporting projects tied to 48 Hours

Develop story concepts, narrative arcs, and episode structures in collaboration with editorial leadership and correspondents

Conduct research and reporting to support story development

Write scripts, outlines, and episode drafts for longform, serialized storytelling

Book and produce interviews with guests, contributors, and in-house talent

Manage field and studio recordings, including directing talent and overseeing production logistics

Provide detailed editorial feedback on cuts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and storytelling impact

Coordinate with legal, standards, and editorial teams on sensitive or investigative material

Manage production timelines across multiple phases (development, reporting, production, post, launch)

Collaborate with marketing and audience teams on launch strategy, rollout plans, and promotional assets

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in podcasting, video production, or digital-first series with a journalism background

Strong editorial judgment and storytelling skills, particularly in narrative-documentary formats.

Experience producing talent.

Proficiency in audio editing software and Descript.

Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication and collaboration skills

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 nations #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in todays digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $100,000.00 - 120,000.00.

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 Paramounts 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

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