Location: New York,NY, USA
60 Minutes is looking for an Editorial Associate to support a Senior Producer with News Standards, editorial issues, and related administrative tasks. This is an opportunity to work for a highly respected news program known for its powerful, in-depth storytelling. The role involves helping review editorial content, so priority will be given to candidates who have experience researching complex topics (e.g., law, the economy) or working on document-heavy investigations.
Core Responsibilities:
* Assist the senior producer in reviewing editorial content for each 60 Minutes segment, as well as online and social media content.
* Create and maintain a tracking document to monitor each segment's editorial and fact-checking updates as it moves through the screening process.
* Manage the flow of incoming documents, ensuring they are added to the shared database and resolving any system glitches or data gaps.
* Review ongoing Rights & Clearance logs and alert the senior producer to any issues.
* Assist in reviewing internal and external requests for use of 60 Minutes material.
* Stay current on updates and directives from CBS News' Standards & Practices.
* Perform basic office tasks as needed.
Requirements:
* A minimum of 5 years of journalism experience.
* Solid understanding of news and current events.
* Keen attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
* Excellent organizational skills and some experience managing documents and data systems.
* Ability to work optimally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
* This role is based in New York, requires in-office presence (no remote work), and does not involve travel.
* Workload can be demanding, especially during the broadcast season, and may require evenings and weekends
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 cbsnews.com, 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 WITH NORAH O'DONNELL, 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, CBSNews.com, 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. CBS News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. 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 News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $85,000.00 - 95,000.00.
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.
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