WGA Associate Producer

About the role

WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in? Joining us means becoming part of 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 – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates the needs of the newsroom during breaking news.
• Commands fundamental knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture.
• Takes direction in fast-paced situations.
• Receives assignment and guidance from Executive Producer or Line Producer to:
• Research and write questions for anchors for guest segments, and exercises editorial judgment in selection of elements for segments.
• Write copy for anchor and reporter voices for live segments/readers as well as writing for headlines and captions and feature and news packages.
• Work with editors to turn around pre-taped segments.
• Pitch and execute stories and special and feature segments.
• Edit VO/VOSOTs at the direction of the senior production team.
• Support in production of special shows and projects as needed.
• Order graphics and write banners for assigned news-related stories and segments.
• Pull specific video and soundbites.
• Coordinate video, graphics and soundbites with the control room team during segments.
• Communicate with anchors and correspondents on segments.
• Work with Digital Line Producers and editors to clean up and update segments after they air.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years experience writing copy for network, cable, and/or local TV news in a major market.
• Background in journalism and TV, including strong news judgment & critical thinking skills.
• Must be flexible and available for on-call shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required in a 24-hour news operation.
• Impeccable grammar and spelling, experience in news writing and feature taped packages, and ability to pass a comprehensive CBS News writing test.

Additional Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to advise production assistants and junior staff in writing and editing broadcast copy.
• Superior news judgment.
• Command of AP style and broadcast writing.
• Detail oriented with ability to work and write calmly and efficiently in high stress, intense deadline, live TV environment.
• Be able to multi-task and handle multiple assignments for regular programming as well as rolling breaking news coverage.
• Able to work well in a team environment.
• Knowledge of ENPS preferred.
• A deep understanding of political news.
• Strong understanding of digital and social media. Knowledge and an enthusiasm for the future of digital media.

Benefits

• Hiring Salary Range: $78,135.00 - 78,700.00.
• 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.
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• 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.

Additional Information

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