What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Producer, CNNI position at Warner Bros. Discovery?
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Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your new Role…
The CNN International Associate Producer is responsible for duties including, but not limited to, preparing in-house video elements, pulling new material from various sources, and coordinating elements with CNN's various newsgathering and production centers. Duties will include work for news and business shows.
Your Role Accountabilities…
- Coordinating video needs for assigned shows and making sure packages, looklives, or any other media needs are ready for air.
- Review incoming feeds to determine the newest and best material available and to communicate that information quickly and effectively to show teams.
- Serve as a key production liaison, working closely with internal editing and post-production teams to ensure timely, high-quality video content for air.
- Have a full understanding of the editorial direction that the network is taking on a daily basis.
- Responsible for assisting the writing staff as well as helping produce live shots by coordinating video and graphic elements
- Clipping, writing headlines and pitching segments to digital platforms and posting to show and anchor social pages.
- Must be willing to work any shift including weekends and overnights.
Qualifications & Experience…
- BA degree or equivalent work experience.
- Add: Proficiency using Adobe Premiere video editing software
- All applicants must have a passion for international news, basic news writing skills and the ability to work well under deadline pressure
How We Get Things Done…
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