CBS News Colorado is looking for a bold and innovative news producer who wants to become a leader! The candidate should thrive and be an authority in the booth, know how to let the content decide the format, understand top story treatment, and excels at urgent production style and conversational writing.

We’re looking for more than a show stacker! The candidate will lead all aspects of the production of a newscast and occasionally produce content for our streaming platform. You may assist with digital, social, and breaking news coverage. Shift may include weekends and/or mornings. Responsibilities include, but not limited to writing, producing, and editing content. Must have a strong understanding and ability to incorporate the web into daily coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Originate, research, lead, write, produce, and edit news segments for television and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with CBS Colorado's team to ensure seamless coordination and execution of news.
• Work both in the control room demonstrating adaptability and composure in fast paced situations.
• Flourishes with change and innovation, constantly seeking new ideas and approaches to connect with our audience.
• Assist in the station's goal of growing digital-first content.
• Uphold impeccable grammar, spelling, and attention to detail in all content produced.
• Exhibit strong editorial judgment, effective communication, and critical thinking skills.

Requirements:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a line producer
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required

The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check prior to beginning employment.

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 nation’s #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 WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, 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 today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $55,000.00 - 67,000.00.

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.

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