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, and award-winning broadcasts such as CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, 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, podcasts, Paramount , and all digital platforms. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting, and storytelling, available free to everyone with internet access. CBS News' streaming services amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021 and are available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under the 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. CBS Mornings is seeking experienced freelance newswriters with strong communication skills to be part of the editorial team. RESPONSIBILITIES: Write compelling, succinct, and clear news scripts under tight deadlines for network news. Demonstrate sound news judgment and writing according to CBS News policies, editorial standards, and style. Research and evaluate news stories and verify the accuracy of material and information from sources. QUALIFICATIONS: At least four years of television news writing experience. Experience in ENPS or equivalent news computer system. Ability to write sharp, active, and straightforward news reports, intros/tags, and teases from raw materials including wire copy, video, and reporter notes. Familiarity with news feed services such as CBS Newspath. Ability to respond rapidly and effectively to tight deadlines and breaking news. This position involves working early mornings and/or overnight hours. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hiring Salary Range: $48.01 - $48.01. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, 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. 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. 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 the Paramount careers website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodationsparamount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Nearest Major Market: Manhattan Nearest Secondary Market: New York City J-18808-Ljbffr