Assistant News Director

This is a Full Time Job

OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

CBS New York, the #1 television station owned by Paramount Global, is seeking an experienced, thoughtful, and collaborative leader to oversee day-to-day newsroom operations in the role of Assistant News Director! This person will drive all aspects of the editorial mission and work closely with the News Director to implement the strategic plan for content across all platforms.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• This leader is a key decision maker in the newsroom, ensuring all content meets journalistic standards as well as the strategic vision set in partnership with the VP/News Director

• Exhibit deep understanding of the news mission and work closely with reporters, producers, EPs and the assignment desk to make sure the entire team is completing the mission daily

• Develop best in class coverage plans that are thoughtful and comprehensive for breaking news and longer-term projects, always remembering the importance of context and balance.

• Work with News Director & Creative Services VP to develop a strategic plan for placement and promotion of enterprise content

• Must be an innovator who looks for opportunities to acquire new viewers through data-driven experimentation with content and production.

• Must have a strong track record of managing projects of all kinds with excellent attention to detail and timely completion

• Collaborate closely with all members of the team, including station attorneys and CBS Standards, to develop ethical and balanced reporting.

• Protect the culture by seeking out and including perspectives from all corners of the newsroom

• Understand and adhere to all union contracts

• Conduct regular check-ins with members of the team and offer feedback and mentoring

• Maintain schedule for news managers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10 years in local news management and 5 years in a major market required

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism required

• Knowledge of NY DMA is strongly preferred

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be willing to work on weekends, holidays and overnight hours as needed

• Must have deep knowledge of all functions of the news operation in order to effectively “pull the levers” to ensure content/shows are crafted to the highest standards and efficiency

• Must embrace an “always on” mentality, willing to take calls, answer emails and troubleshoot newsroom issues 24/7


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $220,000.00 - 250,000.00.

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. This position is bonus eligible.

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

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.