CBS News, News Associate Program (Freelance - DC) Id-2858

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
  • 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
  • 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. We believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all.

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