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 Desk Assistant, CBS NEW YORK (Freelance)
 
 
 
 
 Desk Assistant (Freelance)
 
 
 
 CBS New York is looking for a journalist who wants to grow their news-gathering skills at the #1 television station in the portfolio of Paramount owned stations. Join a team with tremendous opportunity for career growth and development!
 
 
 
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 Work closely with assignment editors, reporters, and producers in development of daily news coverage.
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 Make regular calls to a wide range of local agencies to confirm information.
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 Set up and conduct interviews.
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 Assist with editorial research and fact-checking.
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 Communicate information to the newsroom in a timely fashion.
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 Answer phones, emails and vet information and tips.
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 Log interviews and press conferences.
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 Shadow assignment editors with opportunities to run the desk as acting assignment editor
 
 
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 Required Skills:
 
 
 
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 Must be a clear and courteous communicator.
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 Must understand deadlines and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
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 Must be a team player who likes to collaborate.
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 Must have experience leveraging social media to track down information.
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 Bachelor's Degree in journalism or a related field.
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 Must be willing to work evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays.
 
 
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 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&rsquo;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, 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&rsquo; top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News&rsquo; 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&rsquo;s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
 
 
 Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting&rsquo;s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.
 
 
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 Hiring Salary Range: $25.0 - 25.0.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
 
 
 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. 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 https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
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Desk Assistant

<div>#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content&hellip; you in? 
We&rsquo;ve got the brands, we&rsquo;ve got the stars, we&rsquo;ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet &ndash; now all we&rsquo;re missing is&hellip; 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 &ndash; both for our audiences and our employees &ndash; and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. 
CBS News New York, the #1 station in the Paramount Skydance portfolio, is seeking a proactive and highly organized Administrative Assistant to support the operations of our fast-paced newsroom on a freelance basis. This role is essential to ensuring the editorial team can focus on news coverage. This role is a primary point of contact for travel coordination, supply management, and general newsroom organization.<div>
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Key Responsibilities 
<ul><li>Executive Support &amp; Financial Tracking:</li></ul>
Manage and submit detailed expense reports for the News Director, ensuring all receipts are tracked and categorized accurately for reimbursement. 
<ul><li>Travel Coordination:</li></ul>
o Manage end-to-end travel bookings for reporters, anchors, and field crews, often on short notice for breaking news. 
o Coordinate flights, hotels, and ground transportation while adhering to budget guidelines. 
o Assist with expense reporting and travel documentation. 
<ul><li>Supply &amp; Inventory Management:</li></ul>
o Monitor, order, and restock office and newsroom supplies to ensure the team never runs out of essentials. 
o Manage relationships with vendors and handle deliveries. 
<ul><li>Newsroom Organization &amp; Partnership:</li></ul>
o Partner directly with leadership to maintain a clean, efficient, and professional workspace. 
o Assist in organizing internal meetings and guest visits.</div><div> 
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Requirements 
<ul><li>Experience: Previous experience in an administrative or office management role (media or fast-paced environment preferred).</li><li>Adaptability: Ability to handle shifting priorities and urgent requests as news breaks.</li><li>Organization: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of journalists and producers.</li></ul>
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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&rsquo;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, 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&rsquo; top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News&rsquo; 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&rsquo;s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division. 
Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting&rsquo;s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com. 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 
Hiring Salary Range: $65,000.00 - 75,000.00. 
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. 
<div>What We Offer:</div><ul><li>
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits</li><li>
Generous paid time off.</li><li>
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount&rsquo;s most dynamic teams.</li><li>
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.</li><li>
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.</li><li>
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount</li></ul> 
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. 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 https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.</div>

Administrative Assistant

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