Multimedia Journalist, The Daily Report with John Dickerson
CBS News is looking for a dynamic, innovative, and proactive multimedia journalist to enterprise
original journalism for CBS News 24/7’s flagship evening news program, The Daily Report with
John Dickerson. The candidate will be assigned on a daily basis to dig into timely news stories
with a focus on answering key questions that will help viewers better understand both the urgent
stories of the day and the important stories of the moment, sharing their reporting each night in
a live, in-studio format while amplifying their work with written articles and social video.
The top candidate will be a well-read journalist who is self-sufficient, possesses strong editorial
judgment, exceptional on-camera and writing skills, and the ability to pivot based on daily news
events while managing both short and longer-term assignments. Because this position is part of
an around-the-clock news operation, the candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule that
includes late nights and weekends and the ability to come into the newsroom or travel on short
notice.
Responsibilities:
- Enterprise reporting on a daily basis for an evening news program and associated web
and social media platforms
- Develop, pitch and execute high-impact story ideas that can be turned in a single day
- Research and quickly develop an understanding of complicated stories on deadline
- Shoot in-person and Zoom interviews and pieces-to-camera
- Edit sound bites, video and short pieces related to their original journalism
- Contribute to writing and reporting on other platforms as needed
- Present coverage on camera in the studio and, on occasion, in the field, with crisp,
conversational copy that engages viewers
- Collaborate with show producers to develop graphics, touch screens, and all other
editorial and production elements
Qualifications:
- At least 5 years’ reporting experience in a professional news environment
- Proven track record of shooting, writing and editing visually-compelling stories while
ensuring accuracy, style, structure, and grammar
- Strong editorial judgment with comprehensive knowledge of national and international
news
- Must be organized, self-sufficient and an excellent communicator
- Must thrive in fast-paced and time-critical situations
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field
- Must be able to work in our New York City newsroom on a daily basis
- Knowledge of ENPS is helpful
Compensation range: $93,600-$114,000
This position is based in New York City and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.
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: $93,000.00 - 114,000.00.
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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