Associate Archival Producer (Temporary)

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Warner Bros. Discovery CNN FlashDocs team is seeking an Associate Archival Producer to create premium longform content for CNN’s linear and digital platforms.

You will research, source and obtain archival material, ensure proper cataloguing and ingestion for edit, and collaborate with the editorial unit to meet journalistic and legal standards. Ideal candidates have deep archival knowledge, strong organizational skills and international contacts, and thrive in a fast-paced newsroom

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience producing longform and feature storytelling.
• Experience with a MAM in a post-production environment.
• Understanding of media files, formats, codecs and wrappers.
• Experience with metadata input and management.
• Knowledge of Airtable, Iconik and Adobe Premiere.

Responsibilities

• Create premium longform content for CNN’s linear and digital platforms.
• Research, source and obtain archival material with proper licensing and clearances.
• Catalog and ingest archival footage for edit and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Longform storytelling

MAM systems

Media formats & codecs

Metadata management

Editorial judgment

Digital media landscape

Tools

Airtable

Iconik

Adobe Premiere

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. 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… We are seeking an experienced Associate Archival Producer to join the CNN FlashDocs team, creating premium longform content for CNN’s linear and digital platforms. An integral part of our team, the Associate Archival Producer must have an eye for both the narrative and the aesthetic; researching, sourcing and obtaining well-curated and compelling archive. They will also make sure archival footage is properly catalogued and ingested for edit.

Your Role Accountabilities

We are looking for someone who is as innovative, curious and creative as they are tenacious and organized. The candidate should have a wealth of archival knowledge and extensive archival contacts, both domestic and international. The candidate rwill work within CNN’s existing archive and legal structure on clearances and licensing and cost documentation of all third-party material. The candidate will work closely with all members of the editorial unit and must be a team player. The ideal candidate is creative and has deep knowledge of news, history, and pop culture. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-based, creative environment, while meeting aggressive deadlines for on-budget work. This individual will work to ensure that the content being produced meets the quality, and journalistic and legal standards of CNN.

Qualifications & Experience

1-3 of experience producing longform and feature storytelling. Experience with a MAM in a post-production environment Understanding of media files, include industry standard formats, codecs, wrappers, etc. Experience with metadata input and management Knowledge of Airtable, Iconik and Adobe Premiere preferred Strong editorial judgment, and a knowledge of the digital landscape is required. Ability to work enthusiastically in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. 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: $55,226.00 - $102,563.00 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.