Digital Content Producer

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—for our audiences and our employees—and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

About the role

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.

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

Requirements

• 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
• Knack for framing content in an engaging way for a digital audience
• Deep familiarity with analytics platforms like Google Analytics, Omniture, Chartbeat and Parse.ly
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Scrupulous attention to detail, a cool head under pressure, and excellent communication skills

Schedule

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.

Pay

Hiring salary range: $70,304.00 – $80,000.00. The range applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay depends on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Disability benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO) or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Generous paid time off
• 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