News Producer - The Lead

Job Description

This is our story

The Team
The Lead with Jake Tapper seeks a creative, dynamic and experienced producer to work with the entire editorial team generating story ideas, reporting information and producing content for CNN's premiere late-afternoon news and political analysis program.

The Job
Producer II-DC/CHI

The Daily
• Responsibilities would include a variety of important editorial tasks based on the needs of the program each day.
• The producer may be called upon to work with correspondents to script and produce tape "packages"; to pitch, shoot and edit unique tape pieces for Jake Tapper, the program's anchor, or to plan and execute live segments, including pre-interviewing guests and scripting questions for compelling live interviews.
• This producer would need strong editorial judgment with the ability to craft hard-hitting segment questions based on thorough research that help to shape the segment and lead to making news headlines.
• The producer must also be able to select key visual elements to ensure a highly-produced segment.
• Must pitch compelling and creative segment ideas and fresh angles on continuing stories.
• The position requires a nimble journalist interested in breaking news, with knowledge of international relations, domestic politics and news of day.
• In addition to day-to-day editorial responsibilities, this producer may be called on to travel for short periods of time to produce stories in the field.

The Essentials
• 6+ years experience in national or major media markets is required, with preference given to those with a background in network or cable news production.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• The position requires keen news judgment, a love of journalism and an extensive knowledge of basic television news production - including the ability to use non-linear editing software, an understanding of what makes a strong VO and the ability to write clear, concise and urgent scripts.
• Control room experience is preferred and a strong interest in politics and news stories related to the federal government is essential.
• Applicants must be calm under pressure, excel when faced with a deadline and thrive on the chaos that comes with working in a network newsroom.
• A successful candidate for the position will be a critical and strategic thinker who is creative, possess strong organizational skills and can act independently without continual oversight.
• Must be able to work an extended schedule as the news cycle and deadlines require.
• Must be able to travel

The Perks
• Paid time off every year to volunteer
• Access to well-being tools, resources, and freebies
• 2018 Best Company for Working Mothers
• 2018 Best Company for Dads
• An in-house learning and development team to help shape and grow your career
• Part of the WarnerMedia family of powerhouse brands

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