Associate Producer, CBS News Roundup / Special Events

About the role

CBS News is seeking an Associate Producer to join their team. This role will be responsible for assembling a daily news block for their overnight broadcast, working closely with the anchor and team in the control room.

Responsibilities

• Create a comprehensive and visually compelling news block for the top of the show.
• Aid the producer in the control room, navigating both live and recorded content.
• Prepare the rundown, managing copy and the production of video and graphic elements.
• Communicate with the control room team clearly and proficiently.
• Collaborate with the special events team on breaking news coverage.
• Responsible for editorial and creative content for breaking news and special reports overnight.
• Cookgraphics and all other editorial and production elements for special reports.

Qualifications

• 2+ years producing experience in a professional newsroom.
• Control room experience for a network, streaming or cable news program is a plus.
• Must have robust news judgment and experience with breaking news.
• Thrives in high-pressure and time-critical situations.
• A self-starter that is also able to take direction from producers and senior producers.
• Willing to work Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 PM–3:30 AM and deal with a flexible schedule.

Benefits

• Hiring Salary Range: $67,000.00 - 72,100.00.
• 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.
• Benefits 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.