Senior Editor, CBS Mornings

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CBS Mornings brings viewers original reporting, breaking news, newsmaker interviews and compelling storytelling each weekday. The broadcast is seeking a Senior Editor to supervise a team of writers and play an integral role on the editorial team. Working at the center of the editorial process, the Senior Editor will help shape clear, accurate and engaging copy for the live broadcast while collaborating closely with editorial and production partners.

• Supervise and provide editorial guidance to a team of writers
• Edit writers’ copy, originate scripts as needed and write teases for CBS Mornings’ on-air talent under tight deadlines
• Fact-check copy for accuracy and ensure it aligns with CBS News editorial standards and style
• Ensure all copy is formatted correctly for the broadcast and works effectively with video, graphics and other production elements
• Collaborate closely with the executive producer, line producer, producers and technical teams
• Contribute timely and creative ideas for daily and future broadcasts, including guest segments
• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is represented by 315 - WGA Staff Radio and TV

• 7+ years of writing and copy-editing experience in television news
• Exemplary writing, copy-editing and communication skills
• Experience supervising or providing editorial direction to writers
  
  Experience with ENPS or a comparable newsroom computer system
• This is a fully in-person position based in the control room
• The schedule requires overnight and early-morning hours, Monday through Friday, leading into the live broadcast

• Sound editorial judgment and close attention to detail
• Ability to work accurately and effectively under tight deadlines
• Familiarity with video feeds, video sources and breaking-news coverage
• Ability to respond to breaking news in the control room as required
• Knowledge of U.S., international and business news, with an interest in sports and popular culture

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 , 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, , 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.

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