Producer

Paramount

Producer focusing on political reporting at CBS News in Washington, D.C. Responsible for crafting scripts and producing day-of-air packages on breaking news developments.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $132,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Produce day-of-air packages and correspondent two-ways, with a focus on political reporting and breaking developments out of Washington, D.C.
Work closely with correspondents on daily output
Conceptualize graphics and craft scripts for both television and digital platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of TV news experience
Well-developed editorial judgement and writing skills with original scripting experience
Ability to prepare copy and packages for air
Experience developing graphics
Understanding of newsgathering and transmission technology
Experience with breaking news and live shots
Collaborative team player with positive attitude
Thrives in high-pressure and time-critical situations
Solid multitasking skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

editorial judgementwriting skillsoriginal scriptingcopy preparationgraphics developmentnewsgathering technologytransmission technologybreaking news experiencelive shots experiencemultitasking

Soft Skills

collaborative team playerpositive attitudehigh-pressure performancetime-critical situation management