Cross Platform Video Producer CNN NY

About the Role
CNN is looking for a highly experienced creative visual content creator who is
passionate about both journalism and visual storytelling. Someone with
demonstrable expertise in shooting, editing, producing, and writing. This role blends
the skills of a craft cinematographer and editor with the agility of a field producer who
values cinematic storytelling, creative execution and thrives in fast-paced news
environments.
As a core member of CNN's multi-platform content production team, you will shoot and
edit original stories across a range of topics-from breaking news and politics to cultural
features, science, travel, and beyond. You'll work independently and collaboratively to
create engaging content that connects with CNN's global audience across digital, social,
and broadcast platforms.
What You'll Do
1. Shooting

• Lead all aspects of field cinematography, capturing polished, editorially sound

and creative footage under various conditions.

• Expert in the operation of current professional cinema style cameras,

contemporary lighting styles and techniques and audio recording with a high level
of technical proficiency.

• Apply a cinematic eye to everything you shoot-from breaking news to long-form features-and the ability to adjust visual approach based on platform and story needs.

2. Editing

• Own the post-production process, crafting visually engaging content using

Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and other industry-standard tools.

• Highly skilled use of graphics, audio & sound design, shot selection and pacing to enhance storytelling.
• Deliver content optimized for multiple platforms including digital, mobile, social and broadcast.

3. Producing

• Take stories from pitch to publication: develop story ideas, plan shoots, manage logistics, lead crews, and coordinate post workflows.
• Collaborate with correspondents, reporters, and editorial stakeholders to ensure journalistic accuracy and creative cohesion.
• Maintain deadlines, manage budgets, and ensure logistical and editorial

readiness for every shoot.

4. Writing

• Write scripts, interview questions, on-screen text, and voiceover copy that

supports the story and meets CNN's editorial standards.

• Research, conduct pre-interviews, and help shape narrative angles during

development, production and post-production.
Who You Are

• A versatile visual journalist with minimum of 5 years of professional

experience in video production-preferably in news, documentary, or digital
media.

• A highly skilled shooter, comfortable with camera set-up and operation,

lighting, and audio equipment in fast-moving or unpredictable field environments.

• An experienced editor, proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro and familiar with

motion graphics and color grading tools.

• A thoughtful producer who can lead projects independently and/or while

collaborating with Reporters, Correspondents or others as required.

• A clear writer with strong editorial instincts and an ability to communicate

complex ideas through concise scripts and interviews.

• A team player who thrives under deadline pressure and adapts quickly to

evolving editorial priorities and will periodically help with daily news coverage.

• Willing and able to travel on short notice, carry equipment (50-70 lbs.), and

work non-traditional hours when the news demands it.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, Film/TV/Digital Production, Communications, or equivalent experience.

Why Join CNN
At CNN, we believe in the power of video first journalism to inform, inspire, and connect
people around the world. As a staff member you'll be part of a team that values both
speed and depth, accuracy and artistry. You'll have the opportunity to tell stories that

matter, explore innovative formats, and grow within a news organization that's shaping
the future of global media.

How We Get Things Done...

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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: $94,220.00 - $174,980.00 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.