Freelance Editor

Freelance Editor – CBS News and Stations

The CBS owned and operated duopoly in West Sacramento has an immediate opening for a news editor to work for CBS 13 and our independent 31. Candidates should have a strong background in putting compelling stories together for our viewers. More than three years television news experience is required. (Please do not apply if you do not have a background in television news).

Candidates should have a working knowledge of NLE platforms (GRASS VALLEY EDIUS is a plus). Candidates should be flexible enough to work mornings, nights and weekends at a moment’s notice. We’re looking for storytellers and team players. You must be very creative and have a passion for news. No phone calls please.

• 3 Years television experience editing news and special features.
• Sound journalistic judgment
• An eye for visual storytelling
• Deadline oriented
• Proficient non-linear editor.
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to work any shift

• Seniority level
  :
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type
  :
  Full-time
• Job function
  :
  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industry
  :
  Entertainment
• Salary range
  : $18.0 - $25.0
• Benefits
  :
  Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program, PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is 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 reasonable accommodation by calling  or by sending an email to paramoun Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Medical, dental, vision; 401(k) plan; life insurance; disability benefits; tuition assistance; PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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