Per Diem Newswriter

This is a Freelance Job

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. 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. 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 Mornings is seeing experienced freelance newswriters with strong communication skills to be part of the editorial team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Write compelling, succinct, and clear news scripts under tight deadlines for network news

-Sound news judgement and writing according to CBS News policies, editorial standards and style

-Research and evaluate news stories and verify accuracy of material and information from sources

QUALIFICATIONS:

-At least four years of television news writing experience

-Experience in ENPS or equivalent news computer system

-Ability to write sharp, active, and straightforward news reports, intros/tags, and teases from raw materials including: wire copy, video, reporter notes

-Familiarity with news feed services such as CBS Newspath

-Ability to respond rapidly and effectively to tight deadlines and breaking news

This position involves working early mornings and/or overnight hours.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $48.01 - 48.01.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, 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