News Associate

Job Description

Your New Role...
• 15 - month editorial training program in a D. C . CNN newsroom.
• Works with Newsroom management to support news coverage and show production.
• This program is paid, with eligibility for some benefits.

Your Role Accountabilities...
• DC News Associates will p rint scripts for anchors, operate the Teleprompter and greet guests.
• Work with live producers, show staffs and reporters on live shots, show production and coverage of live events.
• Work with digital teams on research ing and writing stories for CNN.com.
• Monitor a variety of sources, including social media, wires and local news to assist in newsgathering efforts.
• Conduct research at the direction of producers and desk management, which may include identifying video or digital stories.
• Pitch stories for various CNN networks and platforms
• Full - time employment is not guaranteed at the end of the program.

Qualifications & Experience...
• A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• At least one internship in a news environment and previous newsroom experience is preferred.
• Strong general news judgment and editorial skills.
• Strong writing skills
• Should have the ability to multi - task and make fast decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Candidate should be computer literate and have a working knowledge of socia l media.
• CNN newsrooms are staffed 24 hours a day. Candidates should be prepared to work
onsite in D . C . for various shifts including overnights and weekends.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8xozx-52-14-230-29-42 in your application.