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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.

Interested in joining the team? The CBS News Streaming Network is seeking a New York-based LINE PRODUCER to join its 24-hour coverage team.

The ideal candidate is proactive, creative and editorially rigorous. They will demonstrate a firm command of journalistic standards, a keen attention to detail, and excellent news gathering and visual storytelling skills. They must also be calm and efficient during breaking news and, while based in New York, serve as a collaborative member of a global news organization.

All applicants will be reviewed and considered for current and near-future openings.

Key responsibilities:
- Work closely with the executive producer & supervising producer in a fast-paced, demanding environment, handling breaking news and news-of-day demands for a 24-hour digital news channel
- Line produce editorial news content, shape show flow and stack elements in the rundown
- Work from the control room to guide shows in and out of breaks and to navigate both live and recorded content, including helping to determine when it will run in future hours
- Partner with assignment desk and booking team to request correspondents and live interview guests
- Order informative graphics and utilize compelling video to create engaging news programs
- Distribute assignments and direct a team of writers, associate producers and digital associates to build original content as well as edit and repurpose content from broadcast and other content partners
- Write teases, headlines, opening package and readers for live programming, including story slugs and lower-third banners
- Generate story ideas for future coverage
- Assign and record swap content for automated software wheel
- Monitor and take newsworthy live events to air in the control room
- Communicate with anchors, correspondents and control room team ahead of and during live shows, exhibiting a calm and professional demeanor in high pressure situations
- Serve as a mentor to junior writers
- Coordinate with sales department to implement accurate ad loads in rundowns
- May also perform the responsibilities of content producers, producers, associate producers and digital associates, as needed

Skills and experience:
- At least five years of experience producing and writing copy for a national broadcast, cable or streaming network, or equivalent local TV news experience in a major market
- Command of AP style and broadcast writing with impeccable grammar and spelling
- Strong communication skills and ability to train and advise associate producers, production assistants and junior staff in writing and editing broadcast copy
- Deep understanding for editorial production, including control room experience, with strong writing and copy editing skills
- Detail oriented with ability to work in fast-paced environment, deal with intense deadlines and continually react to breaking news with factual programming and creative storytelling
- Broad knowledge of top stories driving the news cycle, including political news, and a knack for identifying lesser-known angles that resonate with audiences

Key requirements:
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple assignments for regular programming as well as rolling breaking news coverage
- Superior news judgment & critical thinking skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in journalism or related field
- Fluency using ENPS is a must
- Deep understanding of news standards, rights and clearances and fact-checking practices
- Must pass comprehensive CBS News Digital writing test
- Must be available to work all shifts — early morning, dayside, nights, weekends and holidays — sometimes on short notice or as coverage, scheduling and news events warrant, as this is a 24-hour news organization
- This position is based in New York and requires working in-person at the CBS Broadcast Center

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $87,000.0 - 120,000.0.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, 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.


Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

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 and is an affirmative action employer. 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 reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Docu-reality production company is looking for a Line Producer with a high degree of international experience. Responsibilities include monthly budget tracking, hiring and negotiating crew rates and deals, management of all production logistics while maintaining timelines and staying on budget. This position can be remote, but offices are located in NYC. Please only apply if you have international experience.

Emmy-Winning production company is looking for an LA based LP for an upcoming unscripted series with strong lifestyle titles on their resume within the last five to seven years.

It is a late June start date with an early February projected end date. We do like to keep great people around so it could work out to move you to our next series rather than wrap you out. Include references with your resume if possible. Please only reach out if you have current lifestyle format experience.

This is a weekly, exempt rate.

Thanks so much!

Accepting resumes for an experienced Line Producer local to Atlanta. Must have experience with unscripted shows, house reality a plus.

Applicants need a roster of local production team members as well as crew contacts. Good relationships with local vendors and knowledge of GA tax credit procedures are required.

Looking for a team player with a can-do attitude and flexible approach to the many challenges that productions reveal. Works well under pressure and is effective in staffing and production management. Must have at least 10 years of experience working as a Line Producer on unscripted tv series. Ideal candidate is well seasoned in Movie Magic budgeting, very seasoned in reviewing cost reports, payroll and vendor agreements. Position is hybrid remote and in-person in Los Angeles. The filming is mostly in and around Los Angeles, CA.

We are looking for a PA to join a reality baking competition show shooting in Stamford, CT. PA must be comfortable driving minivans, would be a huge plus if comfortable driving a 15 pass van. 12 hour day.

Short Term Reliable Production Assistant needed for reality shoot in Tuckahoe, NY.

Responsibilities include helping the crew load and unload equipment, assisting with appearance releases, lunch/crafty runs, and being of general assistance to the Producer on set. Must be able to lift 45-50 lbs. Previous experience preferred.

The rate is $20 an hour based on a 10 hour day. So you'd get $200 for the day if you work 10 hours or under 10 hours. After 10 hours you get additional pay.

Must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, car insurance, and a satisfactory driving record. We cover local mileage reimbursement, but do not cover travel or accommodations.

EOE. This company is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

**PLEASE RESPOND WITH 2-3 EMPLOYMENT REFERENCES**

Production assistant needed for a corporate conference. You will accompany a videographer for the day, help with carrying some equipment and pull conference attendees to the side for impromptu video interviews.

Someone with a positive attitude and great people skills is a MUST.

Looking for an experienced travel manager for a complex travel docu-reality project.

8-hour active work days Monday-Friday, but on call whenever travel is happening.

Requirements:
-Ability to manage multiple teams traveling to different locations on varying schedules

-Experience working directly with talent.

-Patience and grace in communicating with talent, staff, and crew who have a rigorous travel schedule for this project.

-Ample experience using google docs.

-Diligent in tracking travel costs by budget line.

-A reliable internet connection and cell service are required

-Organized and able to manage time effectively working from home.

This position will not need to travel and will work from home. The travel manager is expected to be on call and reachable to troubleshoot any issues whenever someone is traveling for production. Active work hours can be flexible and based on when the travel manager needs to be on call if clearly discussed and cleared with the production team, and so long that all travel is booked and tracking grids are updated in a timely manner.

Food Network show seeking a production coordinator to join our team. This position is specifically for remote planning one day shoots in various states and keeping communication going between producers, to production, to post. This is a great gig for someone looking to expand on their skill sets and coordinate fun food based shoots.

Responsibilities:
- Meeting with producers to discuss talent, objectives, and potential locations they would like to film at.
- Using those notes to build a schedule grouping shoots by city to consolidate shoots
- Obtaining location releases from the restaurant owner/talent prior to filming
- Maintain documents on shared drives to keep production up to date
- Hiring local DP audio and PA
- Overseeing media shipment, and clearly communicating with post when footage is arriving
- Keeping producers, production and post all informed of the schedule as it changes
- Reconciling credit card statements and petty cash for your team
- Sending out call sheets

Requirements:
- Must have some previous production experience,
- Must be willing to work with the rate range provided

We are looking for someone eager to join our team!

Need a PA for an airport. Would pick up a cargo van from Courier, then meet an arriving crew at Newark airport, load up their camera gear and drop it off in NYC.

Seeking PA's that can also drive
$250/12

Location: Rutherford, NJ
Prep Day: June 13
Shoot Day: June 14

Must have valid drivers license and comfortable driving 15 passenger vans

Looking for a LOCAL PA in Newark, NJ with doc/reality credits.

Duties include, but are not limited to: placing lunch orders, picking up/loading/unloading gear, driving crew, getting releases signed, and assisting on set as needed.

Must have a valid driver's license and have experience/be comfortable with driving a cargo van, SUV, and minivan.

There may be a shoot a few hours from Newark. If so, hotel and per diem will be provided.