Executive Producer

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Overview and Responsibilities:

CBS New York is seeking a highly experienced, dynamic, and results driven Executive Producer to lead our award-winning newscasts! This pivotal role demands a visionary leader with an unwavering commitment to journalistic excellence, a proven ability to motivate and mentor diverse teams as well as a demonstrable track record of driving ratings and content quality in a major market. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the editorial voice and strategic direction of our broadcasts, ensuring compelling, accurate, and impactful storytelling that resonates with the tri-state area.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide comprehensive oversight for assigned newscasts, including editorial content, story selection, rundown creation, and overall pacing. Ensure adherence to CBS News standards, journalistic ethics, and legal guidelines.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance newscast competitiveness, increase viewership, and expand digital engagement.
• Identify emerging trends and audience interests to inform content development.
• Manage, inspire, and mentor a team of producers, reporters, and newsroom personnel.
• Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance environment that encourages creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Work seamlessly with news directors, managing editors, reporters, anchors, photographers, and technical staff to ensure cohesive and impactful news delivery across all platforms.
• Collaborate closely with digital and social media teams to boost content reach and engagement.
• Take charge during breaking news events and special coverage, demonstrating exemplary judgment, decisiveness, and ability to adapt quickly to evolving situations while maintaining journalistic integrity.
• Maintain the highest standards for writing, production values, visual presentation, and on-air performance.
• Safeguard the CBS New York brand and ensure consistent messaging and tone.
• Analyze ratings data, audience feedback, and competitive landscape to identify areas for improvement and work with news director to implement data-driven strategies for growth.

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of progressive experience in local television news production, with at least 3+ years specifically as an Executive Producer or Senior Producer in a top market.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Additional Qualifications:

• Documented success in growing viewership, improving content quality, and leading teams to achieve goals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example, fostering an environment of open communication, mutual respect, and collaboration. Must be adept at navigating complex newsroom dynamics and building consensus across departments.
• Proven deep understanding of newsgathering, storytelling, and broadcast production. Strong editorial judgment, attention to detail, and impeccable writing skills.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically about news content, audience engagement, and competitive positioning.
• Proven ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, making sound decisions during fast-paced breaking news situations.
• Familiarity with modern newsroom systems, broadcast technology, and digital content platforms.

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, 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: $165,000.00 - 180,000.00. 

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. This position is bonus eligible.  

• 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.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

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

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