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News Associate Program
CBS News (New York City)
CBS News is seeking candidates for the News Associates Program in NYC. This is a competitive, entry-level program aimed at placing emerging journalists throughout CBS News. News Associates rotate among CBS News broadcasts and departments.
This is an on-site freelance position based out of NYC.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with newsroom management to support news coverage and show production
- Conduct research and fact-checking
- Transcribe footage and sourcing images for the production teams.
- Run scripts
- Assist on shoots
- Monitor sources, including social media, wires, and local/national news to assist in newsgathering efforts
- Pitch stories for various platforms
- Attend planning and creative meetings
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in journalism or related field
- Prior journalism experience
- Must be willing to work on-site with some local travel for field shoots
- Candidates should be prepared to work various shifts including overnights, holidays, and weekends
- Must have a strong knowledge of news and current events
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Should have the ability to multi-task, is highly organized, and detail-oriented
- Proficiency in shooting and video editing preferred
- Proper work authorization to be employed within the United States
Job posted February 23, 2024
