CBSNews.com is seeking a Managing Editor to play a leadership role and oversee coverage during their shift! They will manage a team of writers and editors, make key decisions on story selection and breaking news coverage, and help develop and implements standard processes to expand the reach of our work. The Managing Editor is responsible for making sure our breaking news coverage is fast and accurate, as well as editing and producing stories for the website across a wide range of topics. They will collaborate with CBS News correspondents and other colleagues across CBS News & Stations to showcase the best of the network's reporting online, and lead all aspects of longer-term editorial projects for CBSNews.com as needed. This role requires strong news judgment and an ability to write and edit clear, accurate copy and craft compelling, SEO-savvy headlines on deadline in a fast-paced environment. The Managing Editor should also have experience making strategic, data-informed decisions and managing people and projects in a digital newsroom. Scrupulous attention to detail, a cool head under pressure, and excellent communication skills are essential! The hours for this role are Mon-Fri, 3p-11p ET, and requires two days a week in the NYC office.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Manage and edit content, deciding the segments to prioritize and assign, and editing to the highest standards. Write stories and run live blogs as needed.
- Make proactive decisions on coverage plans.
- Ensure coverage aligns with company standards and show good judgment in handling sensitive topics, seeking advice when needed.
- Be vigilant about incorporating the website's best practices, including SEO guidance, to stay competitive in a fast-paced online news environment.
- Coordinate on push alerts, video and other elements.
- Field pitches from reporters, producers and correspondents and work with them to craft their stories for CBSNews.com.
- Work with senior management to continue developing strategy and communicating ideal practices on breaking news coverage across shifts.
- Manage a team of writers and editors, working with them to shape their copy and develop their skills, and monitoring their performance.
- Assist with scheduling and other administrative responsibilities.
Qualifications: - At least 7 years in a digital breaking news environment
- Experience directly managing teams and working cross-functionally to achieve newsroom goals
- You're a skilled writer and editor with demonstrated experience coaching writers and producers
- You're an effective communicator who can clearly articulate strategy and priorities to your team, your peers and senior leadership
- Understanding of and experience implementing editorial SEO best practices
- You have experience implementing new workflows and processes to strengthen a digital news organization
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: $110,400.00 - 150,000.00. 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. This position is bonus eligible. 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. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 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. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.###.#### or by sending an email to
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