Rick Jefferson

Background

About Rick Jefferson

An Emmy Award-winning Executive with more than three decades of television production expertise in network, streaming, and cable news, counting over 20 years with CBS now ViacomCBS. Currently, leading News Operations Division across technical workforces and facilities worldwide, among hard news, prime time, and public affairs. Oversee CBS News technical operations globally, specialized coverage of world events amid stories shaping the political and social landscape. Effectively builds infrastructures and establishes operating controls that enable seamless execution during periods of significant change. Talent for developing high-performance teams, making effective decisions, and quickly revising tactics to achieve goals within aggressive time frames. Proficient in managing to spend $50M+ and over 200+ team-members. Career-spanning roles leading, and oversight on technical production for Presidential Conventions, Elections & Inaugurations, News Programs at Top Entertainment Award Shows, and significant events in the world of Sports. Advances broadcast by exploring the latest technologies and designs of cutting-edge equipment for CBS News globally. Laser-focused and dedicated to innovation through process improvement, project management, and results that exceed bottom line revenue goals. Recognized for effectiveness as a forward-thinking operations leader, committed to a culture of transparency and integrity through collaboration.