Production Assistant, Longform

Job Description

Production Assistant, Longform (CNN+)

We are seeking a Production Associate to join an ambitious and exciting unit that will create premium longform content exclusively for CNN+. The Production Assistant will support the lead producers, associate producers and senior leadership team in all aspects of production.

The Daily
• The ideal candidate is creative and has a deep curiosity of news and popular culture.
• This person should be highly organized and detail oriented as they will be responsible for supporting and producing multiple segments, in coordination with the Senior Operations Producer and Supervising Producer.
• Candidates should have experience supporting shoots in the field.
• The Production Assistant reports to the Senior Operations Producer but will work closely with all levels of the editorial staff.
• There will be light to moderate travel.
• PA's will be asked to transcribe drafts of compelling interview descriptions, guest bios, and headlines, and support research packets assigned by producers and the senior leadership team.
• Help manage workflows, calendars, and team communications
• Production Assistants should be prepared to pitch stories, characters, and experts.
• Candidates will be asked to develop, produce and edit content to be posted on social media.
The Essentials
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Passion for topical news and key issues of the moment, especially as related to popular culture.
• Second
• Understanding of diverse video formats, from live programming to storytelling
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skillsVast experience researching and developing stories through development.
• Experience in shooting and producing in the field.
• Second language is a plus.
• This candidate should be an effective communicator, capable of working closely with senior producers and producers on their scripts and pitches.
• Extensive knowledge of the popular culture landscape is required.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d970e9-3-136-97-64-42 in your application.