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Paramount

Director

Paramount

ELC Director providing leadership in breaking news environments for CBS News. Collaborating with editorial and production teams to execute dynamic visual newscasts.

Posted 5/8/2026contractSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $50 - $57 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide leadership in and out of the control room fulfilling production needs as assigned.
  • Work with the 24/7 editorial and production teams to execute an error-free production in an ELC automated control room environment.
  • Code the assigned newscast and run through portions of the show with crew and talent before going to air to ensure a crisp delivery.
  • Collaborate with the producer and jib operator to ensure effective use of virtual studio space.
  • Implement new technologies and/or methods for future assignments.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Demonstrated experience in live news production is required.
  • Previous Control Room Automation use is desired.
  • Sony ELC experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of iNews preferred.
  • Ability to work in fast paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Must be a self-starter with excellent organizational skills.
  • Strong work ethic, positive attitude & leadership qualities with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities a must.
  • Excellent people and communication skills needed.
  • Good conflict resolution and problem-solving skills are a must.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
  • Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
  • Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

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Hard Skills & Tools
live news productionControl Room AutomationSony ELCiNews
Soft Skills
organizational skillsleadership qualitiesconflict resolutionproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsself-starterpositive attitudeability to handle multiple tasksability to work in fast paced environment