Associate Producer

Job Description

WarnerMedia showcases some of the most iconic and cherished entertainment, news and sports brands in the world, but we are much more than that. WarnerMedia is truly where art meets science. Our combination of cutting-edge technology and an unrivaled commitment to groundbreaking storytelling builds a sense of community and meaningful connection that is shaping the future of media. We create rewarding opportunities across our entire family of brands, while championing a spirit of inclusion, innovation, self-development and support. Join WarnerMedia as we think big, live true and make the stories that move the world.

The Job

CNN's Digital Video team creates original video content for all CNN platforms, with a particular focus on mobile video. We write, produce, shoot and edit, working collaboratively across the organization to cover breaking news, trending topics, and important issues. From international politics to migration to the climate crisis, we tell human-centered stories with the aim of informing, inspiring and engaging the largest global digital audience in news today.

The London-based Digital Video Associate Producer is primarily responsible for international news coverage. They will monitor the news of the day, pitch story ideas, gather elements, do research, write scripts, edit video in-house and have the opportunity to join producers on shoots in the field.

The ideal candidate is a video-first storyteller who loves a fast-paced news environment. They are a reporter who values accuracy and fairness; a team player willing to jump in and help out at a moment's notice. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, writing scripts and editing projects from start to finish. They are able to assess the news value of a story and use data to predict audience interest. A love of news and a creative mind are a must, along with an ability to navigate a large deadline-driven organization.

The Daily
• Researching, writing scripts and editing video for all digital platforms
• Monitoring breaking news, live events and search/social trends
• Brainstorming and regularly generating story ideas across news and features
• Shooting video in-house and occasionally working with producers in the field on breaking news and news feature stories
• Experimenting with new video formats on multiple platforms
• Coordinating with writers and producers across CNN bureaus around the world

The Essentials
• Proven experience working in a national or major digital media market or equivalent experience
• Strong editorial judgement and an avid news consumer
• Experience pitching daily stories, reporting and fact-checking
• Working knowledge of industry-standard video equipment (Example: Sony FS7, Sony A7S)
• Proficiency in post-production software such as Adobe Premiere or similar
• Ability to work in a fast, high-pressure 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

The Nice-to-Haves
• Foreign language skills a plus

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5w1j7-3-149-229-253-42 in your application.