Producer, CNN Video Editorial

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Your New Role…

CNN’s Video Editorial team creates original video for every CNN platform. We write, produce, shoot and edit in close collaboration across the organization, with a special focus on vertical video, covering breaking news, trending topics and the issues that matter most. From the day’s biggest headlines to the stories driving conversation, we aim to inform and engage the largest global digital audience in news today.

This DC-based daily news producer is responsible for pitching and producing video news stories that will resonate with CNN’s digital audience, with a particular focus on politics, major political figures and the policy issues shaping the national conversation. They will monitor the news of the day, pitch story ideas, gather elements, do research, write scripts, edit video in-house, and film with reporters at the office and, on occasion, in the field. They will bring strong editorial news judgment, a passion for political journalism and sharp, creative thinking to explain the news clearly and accurately.

The ideal candidate is a video-first storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced news environment and enjoys the challenge of short-form editing. They are a reporter who values accuracy and fairness; a team player willing to jump in and help at a moment’s notice. They should have extensive experience working independently, writing scripts and editing projects in Adobe Premiere. They can assess the news value of a story, use data to predict audience interest and bring a keen interest in politics to their work. A love of news and creative mindset are a must, along with an ability to navigate a large deadline-driven organization.

Your Role Accountabilities:

Researching, writing scripts and editing video for all digital platforms

Finding sharp angles on news stories

Monitoring breaking news, live events and search/social trends

Brainstorming and regularly generating story ideas

Shooting video in-office/studio and occasionally working with reporters in the field on breaking news and news enterprise stories

Experimenting with new video formats on multiple platforms; finding ways to creatively show and explain the news

Coordinating with colleagues in CNN bureaus around the world

Qualifications and Experience:

5+ years of working at a major media outlet, or equivalent experience

Deep understanding of digital video and social media platforms; experience with vertical video preferred

Experience fact-checking stories and conducting interviews

Passion for breaking news and current events

Strong editorial news judgment, with knowledge of and interest in politics, major political figures and major policy issues

Skilled with post-production software Adobe Premiere

Familiarity with filming interviews and broll sequences

Track record of collaborating in a deadline-driven environment

Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills

Must be able to work holidays, weekends, overnights and extended hours as the news cycle and deadlines require

Foreign language skills a plus

About Skydance

Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

Some Important Details

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Hiring Salary Range: $63,700.00 - $118,300.00 per year

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.