Newswriter/Producer

OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

WBBM, part of the CBS Owned & Operated stations in Chicago, is seeking an upbeat, bold, and visually creative Newswriter/Producer. Are you someone who can bring fresh, innovative ideas to the table? Then this role is for you! 

As a Newswriter/Producer, you should demonstrate excellent judgment and meticulous attention to detail. We are looking for newsroom leaders who will play a pivotal role in crafting and coordinating content for both traditional TV broadcasts and our growing digital-first platforms. 

We need a newsroom leader who can be the backbone of CBS Chicago's promise, offering breaking news, stellar storytelling, on-the-ground community journalism, and weather coverage that informs our viewers!

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Build and write informative and compelling news copy aligned with our news strategies; ensuring daily show production deadlines are met. 
• Support the overall quality of the newscast, including spelling, fact-checking, balance, and fairness.
• Order graphics and demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Lead live on-air and control room decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with a team of journalists.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• 2+ years of experience as a newscast line producer, preferably in a top 20 market
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in journalism or a similar field

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Be knowledgeable in digital and social media platforms that attribute to station strategies
• Familiarity with the Chicago area is desirable

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.  

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $47,902.00 - 76,000.00. 

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.   

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