Digital Content Producer

About the Role
#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. CBS Stations is looking for a digital producer to create and optimize content for digital platforms in Sacramento and San Francisco. This role is responsible for writing and editing stories across a wide range of topics, reacting to breaking news across platforms, clipping and optimizing video on CBSNews.com and on YouTube, and executing growth initiatives across platforms.

Work Schedule
The hours for this role are Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. – 12 a.m. You will be asked to work some holidays and shift your schedule as news breaks.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

Coordinate, produce and update web coverage of news stories, gathering the latest information from a variety of sources, always being mindful of CBS Stations standards

React quickly to breaking news, writing and publishing articles and running live blogs

Clip and optimize videos for CBSNews.com, YouTube and other platforms, writing compelling, SEO‑friendly headlines and descriptions

Manage homepages to present the best of the journalism we produce

Work with reporters and producers to publish the best of CBS News and Stations to our website

Proactively plan content around key news events and tentpoles

Track content performance and share content insights to help inform story selection across platforms

Send push alerts on breaking news, weather and other high‑interest stories

What You Bring

2+ years of experience in a digital breaking news environment and a proven ability to react quickly as news develops

Skilled writer who can produce quality copy on deadline

Experience executing on SEO strategies

Ability to frame content in an engaging way for a digital audience

Proficiency with analytics platforms like Google Analytics, Omniture, Chartbeat and Parse.ly

Thrives in a collaborative team environment

Compensation & Benefits
Hiring Salary Range: $70,304.00 – $80,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay depends on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program, and PTO or as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Additional benefits: Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages; generous paid time off; 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; explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life‑at‑paramount

EEO Statement
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. 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. You can request accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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