Associate Producer, All Over The Map

Job Description

CNN is seeking a sharp, editorially driven Associate Producer to support political reporting projects led by veteran journalist John King, including All Over the Map, a multi-platform series exploring American politics through the voices of voters.
This role is ideal for a journalist with strong research instincts, sound editorial judgment, and a passion for political storytelling. You will play a key role in developing deeply reported, narrative-driven content across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms.
Your Role Accountabilities…
• Conduct in-depth research and background reporting to inform political coverage
• Identify compelling angles, data points, and contextual framing to strengthen stories
• Organize and maintain research files, source databases, archival materials, and editorial documentation to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and continuity across projects
• Collaborate effectively across editorial, production, and digital teams, contributing to a culture of clear communication, shared accountability, and high journalistic standards
• Develop and pitch story ideas in collaboration with producers and senior editorial staff
• Conduct pre-interviews and source outreach to shape segments and field reporting
• Take ownership of specific story elements from development through post-production
• Work closely with editors to organize materials, fact-check content, and refine narrative structure
• Monitor political developments, policy changes, polling, and electoral trends

Qualifications & Experience
• 2–4 years of experience in digital and/or broadcast journalism
• Demonstrated strength in research, writing, and editorial judgment
• Deep interest in US politics and election coverage
• Ability to synthesize policy, polling, and data into accessible storytelling
• Experience working in fast-paced newsroom environments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to travel occasionally as needed
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting political or election coverage
• Familiarity with data-driven or policy reporting
• Experience producing content for multiple platforms

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In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $58,997.00 - $109,566.00 salary per year. 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.

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