Social Media Producer

Job Overview

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who recognize the power of content and enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness.

CBS News is seeking a smart and innovative Social Media Producer with a passion for news to join our team and help us optimize the biggest stories of the day for social platforms. We are looking for a hardworking journalist, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has impeccable editorial judgment.

• Create videos, graphics, articles, and share language that best play to each social media platform’s strategies.
• Write smart, catchy and accurate pieces on a variety of topics.
• Translate CBS News television packages into digital videos tailored specifically to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tik Tok.
• Write trending news stories for
• Produce and edit shareable videos and quote graphics.
• Proactively identify stories and social activity trending online and how we can use it.
• Compose social headlines and share language consistent with the CBS News brand.
• Identify the most shareable and newsworthy nuggets from longer broadcast and streaming segments, as well as articles, then quickly spin them into social assets.
• Work with CBS News talent, including O&Os and affiliates, to script, record and produce original social.
• Backfill other team members as needed.

• 2 to 4 years of social media or newsroom experience.
• Deep familiarity with social media platforms, audiences and best practices.
• The ability to write about a variety of topics in a strong, yet unbiased way.
• Strong writing skills with demonstrated portfolio of published work.
• Strong producing and editing skills.
• Ability to quickly and exactly subtitle video for social, using both editing platforms and the text tools within Tik Tok and Instagram.
• Ability to work well with others under tight deadlines.
• Degree in journalism, communications or related field.

The schedule for this shift will be Tuesday-Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET.

• Hiring Salary Range: $83,000.00 - $83,000.00.
• Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO (or as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement).

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
• 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.
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