Evening Producer

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. KDKA-TV is seeking a strong, adaptable News Producer to lead daily newscasts in one of the country’s most established and respected local newsrooms. This role is responsible for editorial leadership, content execution, and real-time decision-making across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate understands the responsibility that comes with producing for a CBS O&O station, has solid news judgment, and is ready to grow with the evolving demands of modern local news.

Respond quickly and responsibly to breaking news, severe weather, and major local events
· Ensure all content meets legal, ethical, and CBS News & Stations editorial standards

Writing & Storytelling

• Write and edit clear, compelling copy for anchors, teases, and live situations
• Edit scripts for accuracy, flow, and conversational delivery
• Work closely with reporters and photographers to sharpen story focus and visuals
• Maintain consistency in writing style across newscasts and platforms

Communicate decisively with directors, anchors, and control room staff during live broadcasts

• Editing, Streaming & Digital Integration
• Possess a working understanding of video editing workflows; editing experience preferred
• Collaborate effectively with editors and understand fundamentals of video storytelling
• Willingness to learn and support KDKA’s streaming and digital newscasts
• Adapt news content for streaming, mobile, and digital platforms when needed
• Contribute to a multi-platform news strategy that serves viewers on TV, OTT, and online

Participate in daily editorial meetings and enterprise planning

• Contribute story ideas that reflect Pittsburgh and the communities KDKA serves
• Support extended coverage during breaking news and special events

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent professional experience

• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and breaking news

Video editing experience or familiarity with non-linear editing systems

• Experience contributing to streaming or digital newscasts
• Strong understanding of local journalism and public-service reporting

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.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, 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.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.

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

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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