Job Description

CBS News, News Associate Program (Freelance - DC) CBS News is seeking candidates for the News Associates Program in DC. This is a competitive, entry-level program aimed at placing emerging journalists throughout CBS News. News Associates rotate among CBS News broadcasts and departments. This is an on-site freelance position based out of DC.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with newsroom management to support news coverage and show production Conduct research and fact-checking Transcribe footage and source images for the production teams. Run scripts Assist on shoots Monitor sources, including social media, wires, and local/national news to assist in newsgathering efforts Pitch stories for various platforms Attend planning and creative meetings

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree, preferably in journalism or related field Prior journalism experience Must be willing to work on-site with some local travel for field shoots Candidates should be prepared to work various shifts including overnights, holidays, and weekends Must have a strong knowledge of news and current events Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Must demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Should have the ability to multi-task, be highly organized, and detail-oriented Proficiency in shooting and video editing preferred Proper work authorization to be employed within the United States

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $21.00. 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. 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. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Nearest Major Market: Washington DC #J-18808-Ljbffr ENGINEERINGUK

Job Tags

Holiday work, Freelance, Local area, Shift work, Night shift,

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