Multi-Skilled Journalist

CBS Broadcasting - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Senior

Chicago, IL

11-50 employees

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Multi-Skilled Journalist (MSJ) at CBS Television Stations is responsible for capturing, editing, and delivering news content across various platforms, including online and on-air. This role requires a strong commitment to accuracy and ethics while producing compelling news stories that align with the station's strategies. The MSJ will work closely with the digital content director and managing editor to create engaging content and will participate in editorial meetings to contribute meaningful enterprise stories.

Responsibilities

• Build enterprise content that aligns with news strategies.
• Accurately and creatively report daily news and breaking news.
• Report live and on-tape, both scripted and unscripted.
• Collaborate with the digital content director and managing editor to create compelling content.
• Write copy and order graphics for news segments.
• Function as a Multi-Skilled Journalist, reporting, writing, shooting, and editing content.
• Participate in editorial meetings and supply meaningful enterprise content.
• Ensure all daily show production deadlines are met.
• Maintain a dedication to accuracy, fairness, and ethics in reporting.
• Prepare copy for use on-line, social/digital media, and on radio.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a similar field.
• Five years' experience as a general assignment reporter, preferably in a top 20 market.
• Proven ability to write and edit broadcast copy that aligns with news strategies.
• Experience with non-linear shooting and editing is a plus.
• Knowledge of social media management and strategy is required.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and adjust performance based on feedback.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with the Chicago area is strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans.