What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Editorial Producer position at CBS News and Stations?
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ASSOCIATE EDITORIAL PRODUCER, CENTRAL BOOKING (LA)
Seeking a smart, driven, organized Associate Producer with booking, entertainment, and newsgathering skills. Primary responsibilities include booking entertainment guests for CBS Mornings, CBS Evening News, CBS News Streaming 24/7, and more. This Associate Producer will work closely with our seasoned entertainment booking producer on film and TV roll-outs, as well as chasing daily entertainment news stories. In addition, this AP will occasionally travel on shoots and on breaking news in the West Coast region (wildfires, shootings, missing persons, etc) to book principal voices for the network.
Candidates must have strong communication skills, have the ability to maintain relationships, and book high-profile guests. The ideal candidate is able to take initiative by making calls and taking ownership of projects that are assigned. This position requires attention to detail, persistence, organization, judgment, as well as a basic level of TV newsgathering. This person must have the ability to effectively communicate internally with newsroom managers and shows/teams across the news division, as well as externally with guests, publicists, and other contacts. Candidates must be flexible with travel requirements and changing schedules, as the position will, at times, require travel to various locations on short notice where a presence at an event outside of LA is required.
This role will report into CBS News Central Booking.
Skills/Experience
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $70,000.00 - 75,000.00.
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:
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.
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.
ASSOCIATE EDITORIAL PRODUCER, CENTRAL BOOKING (LA)
Seeking a smart, driven, organized Associate Producer with booking, entertainment, and newsgathering skills. Primary responsibilities include booking entertainment guests for CBS Mornings, CBS Evening News, CBS News Streaming 24/7, and more. This Associate Producer will work closely with our seasoned entertainment booking producer on film and TV roll-outs, as well as chasing daily entertainment news stories. In addition, this AP will occasionally travel on shoots and on breaking news in the West Coast region (wildfires, shootings, missing persons, etc) to book principal voices for the network.
Candidates must have strong communication skills, have the ability to maintain relationships, and book high-profile guests. The ideal candidate is able to take initiative by making calls and taking ownership of projects that are assigned. This position requires attention to detail, persistence, organization, judgment, as well as a basic level of TV newsgathering. This person must have the ability to effectively communicate internally with newsroom managers and shows/teams across the news division, as well as externally with guests, publicists, and other contacts. Candidates must be flexible with travel requirements and changing schedules, as the position will, at times, require travel to various locations on short notice where a presence at an event outside of LA is required.
This role will report into CBS News Central Booking.
Skills/Experience
- 2 years of professional experience in a newsroom is required. Ideal candidates are BAs or APs with a background in news or entertainment television.
- Must have solid news judgment
- Strong research skills, including working with public and private records databases, such as Lexis Nexis, are preferred.
- Must be an excellent writer with well-developed oral communication skills, especially when working on sensitive stories.
- Must be able to juggle and prioritize multiple projects with different deadlines: short, medium, and long-term.
- Must have the ability to manage ongoing relationships with external contacts
- Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
- Thrives in high-pressure and time-critical situations.
- Degree in broadcast journalism or a related field is preferred.
- Passion for news, live events, and journalism is required.
- Must be willing and able to work occasional late/overnight and/or weekend shifts when needed.
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $70,000.00 - 75,000.00.
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
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.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000