Editorial Director, Streaming

Paramount•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. CBS News 24/7 is seeking a New York-based Director of Editorial Content to work closely with the Managing Editor and Executive Producers. This experienced journalism and news professional would serve as the liaison for NYC and San Francisco-based streaming programming. The Editorial Director will work with EPs, managers and team leaders to help plan and execute live daily coverage on the CBS News 24/7 network. Top candidates for this position will demonstrate strong news judgment, communication and managerial skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects at once and to prioritize them appropriately. They must have the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations, the diplomatic skills to work with many stakeholders across departments, and they also must be willing to work a flexible schedule. Paramount Streaming, a division within Paramount Global, is the home to the company's direct-to-consumer services spanning free and paid in the form of Pluto TV and Paramount+. Pluto TV is the global leader in free ad-supported TV, delivering more than 1,400 global channels and an extensive library of streaming content, including live and original channels. Paramount+, digital subscription video-on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news, and A Mountain of Entertainment™. Paramount+ features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®.

Requirements

8+ years of experience producing live segments and taped programming, with recent experience in a national newsroom or top local market
6+ years of experience working as a show producer in a live control room
5+ years of experience in management with demonstrated success building, developing, and leading teams
The ability to juggle multiple daily and long term editorial priorities and projects while remaining organized and maintaining a professional demeanor
that breaks news and brings new information to the audience in a clear and compelling fashion
Deep knowledge of news, politics and current affairs
Adequate knowledge and experience in working with editing, graphics and other technical aspects of live TV news production
This is an in-person role based in New York

Responsibilities

Serves as the critical go-between in NYC for San Francisco-based staff on programming, planning and live news coverage and supports SF-based shows’ technical needs, including feeds, editing, graphics and overall production capabilities
Works with EPs to support and champion show needs and requests for correspondents, guests, editorial & newsgathering content, while empowering the showrunners to make key decisions about their rundowns and coverage plans
Liaises with the Managing Editor, Editorial Director and Booking Director on key editorial decisions as needed to help prepare for the day(s) and week(s) ahead, communicating with EPs, Planning/Desk, Booking, newsgathering
Supports the Managing Editor on any key programming pivots, helps give EPs the tools, notes, and support necessary to build their rundowns and shows
Coordinates with Managing Editor, EPs and Special Events in the planning and execution of live events, special reports and breaking news coverage
Steps in for and manages delegated tasks of the Managing Editor in their absence
Works a flexible schedule and is expected to be reachable/available when on call during weekends and off hours

Benefits

Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
Generous paid time off.
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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