Senior Producer, CNN Visual Investigations
Accountabilities
Create compelling video journalism for digital and linear platforms
Pursue multiple high-impact investigative projects, balancing long-term initiatives with rapid-turn exclusives
Conduct deep-dive open-source research and verification, leveraging advanced digital forensic tools and methodologies
Proficiency in OSINT methods and tools; including video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation, social media scraping and metadata analysis
Proficient in analyzing satellite imagery, as well as marine and flight tracking, etc.
Skilled at conceiving and overseeing production of motion graphics and animations including 3D animation when necessary
Advanced scripting, storytelling, and editorial skills, with a mastery of visual narrative techniques
Develop and execute stories or digital video investigations from start to finish including pre- and post-production
Assist in or write text stories for publishing on CNN’s digital platforms
Produce live segments, both in the field or in the studio or from remote network locations as needed
Knowledge of producing shoots, edits, and graphics a must
Uphold and advance CNN’s journalistic standards, ethics, and commitment to impactful storytelling
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum of 8 years of production experience in the news television industry or digital video journalism, with investigative reporting experience a necessity
Bachelor's degree in journalism, politics or a related field preferred or equivalent in experience
Strong news judgment as well as strong written, verbal, interpersonal communication, research, and production skills
Past reporting and field experience is an advantage
Skilled at conceiving and overseeing production of motion graphics and animations including 3D animation when necessary
Advanced scripting, storytelling, and editorial skills, with a mastery of visual narrative techniques
Proficiency in OSINT methods and tools; including video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation and metadata analysis
Proficient in Google Earth Pro, marine and flight tracking, etc.
Willingness to travel as needed for reporting assignments