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Writer

CBS News and Stations
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/20/2025
OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES:

KPIX 5 is looking for an expert news writer to join us!

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Write compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines for broadcast and digital platforms
  • Write content according to station policies, editorial style and rundown
  • Research and evaluate news stories and sources
  • Video editing of content for news broadcasts using Edius/Grass Valley system
  • Assist in the producing of news segments and breaking news special reports
  • Exercise sound news judgment and follow KPIX News editorial standards

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2 years of experience writing television news
  • Experience on INEWS/ENPS or equivalent news computer system

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Related College degree and/or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to create clear, compelling, succinct news stories from raw materials including: unedited video, reporter notes, desk notes, telephone interviews, and wire copy
  • Writing style that is straightforward, uses active voice and is conversational
  • Attention to detail including, spelling, fact checking, balance and fairness
  • Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and incorporate editorial feedback
  • Experience working with video editing systems
  • Familiarity with news feed services CNN Newsource & CBS Newspath
  • Must possess excellent production and management skills
  • Ability to respond rapidly and effectively to breaking news

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.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000.00 - 85,000.00.

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.

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

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. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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 https://www.paramount.com/careers 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.

Salary : $80,000 - $85,000

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