News Desk Producer, CNN

CNN is seeking a News Desk Producer to work at the nerve centre of the Washington newsroom, coordinating and managing live signals for DC events and other incoming feeds. The role sits within the newsgathering operation, working closely with field operations managers, photojournalists and producers in the field, DC reporting teams, shows and digital managers. The ideal candidate embraces the challenge of multi-tasking in a fast-paced news environment and can pivot instantly as priorities shift in a high-pressure, high-volume setting.

• Coordinate feeds for the DC bureau, ensuring all participants are informed about logistics
• Work with satellites and feeds to ensure elements are routed and recorded
• Communicate with shows and other desks regarding incoming events and feeds
• Coordinate pool coverage of events for the network and the dissemination of that coverage
• Edit newsworthy video elements for digital platforms in collaboration with DC reporting teams
• Work with field production managers to coordinate assignments for photojournalists and launch crews on breaking news or developing stories
• Ensure new video and other visual elements, including fresh field video and social media video related to developing stories, are shared with the network along with related editorial information
• Maintain contact with photojournalists and producers in the field to relay editorial information to the newsroom and the network as stories develop
• Assist the newsgathering operation by making calls to DC area officials, including police and fire departments, when necessary
• Monitor other news outlets and flag important editorial that CNN needs to chase

• 3-5 years of progressively complex related experience
• Strong editorial acumen and ability to interpret
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced news environment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• College degree or equivalent industry experience
• Sharp editorial judgment, rapid decision-making and the ability to pivot instantly as priorities shift in a high-pressure, high-volume environment

• Health insurance coverage
• Employee wellness programme
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays, sick time and vacation
• Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives and programme-specific awards