Executive Producer

WeAreParamount is on a mission to unleash the power of content. Joining Paramount means becoming part of a passionate team that co‑creates moments that matter for audiences and employees alike. CBS News Atlanta is seeking an Executive Producer to build a team and content vision from the ground up for the brand‑new CBS Atlanta newsroom.

About CBS News and Stations

CBS News and Stations unites the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, local platforms, websites, and cbsnews.com. It is home to the nation’s #1 news program “60 MINUTES,” award‑winning broadcasts such as CBS MORNINGS, CBS EVENING NEWS, and the 24/7 digital streaming news service that reaches over 1 billion streams annually and is available live in 91 countries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategy and execution across dayparts and platforms, motivating teams to create unique, visual, emotional, and compelling content in a state‑of‑the‑art full AR/VR studio.
• Lead aggressive coverage of all breaking news and weather events.
• Review and copy‑edit news scripts to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with FCC requirements.
• Understand the brand and manage broadcast and digital platforms to maintain brand consistency.
• Use social media and digital tools to listen to the community, research, discover, and distribute content.
• Mentor and inspire on‑air talent, producers, and photographers to collaborate effectively.
• Hold regular critique and feedback sessions, acting as a 24/7 coach and mentor.
• Work with the News Director and Assistant News Director to own all station events and community outreach projects.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the News Director.

Basic Qualifications

• 6+ years experience as a producer or 3+ years experience as a news manager in a Top 25 market.
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or Communications.

Additional Qualifications

• Results‑driven leader with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• A risk‑taker who thrives on innovation.
• A mentor who listens and inspires a team.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique chances to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community inside and outside the workplace.