Producer, CNN Visual Investigations

CNN; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,840 - 144,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Sick time

Job summary

CNN in New York is seeking a Visual Investigations Producer to drive groundbreaking video journalism. You will leverage OSINT and digital forensic tools to craft compelling stories across digital and linear platforms.

With 5+ years in news production and strong editorial judgment, you will lead deep research, oversee motion graphics, and coordinate pre- and post-production. Equity and high‑quality storytelling are core to this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years production experience in news television or digital video journalism with investigative reporting experience.
• BA/BS in journalism, politics or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Strong news judgment and communication, research and production skills.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling video journalism for digital and linear platforms.
• Conduct deep-dive OSINT research and verification using digital forensics.
• Use OSINT methods and tools including video verification, AI detection, geolocation, metadata analysis.
• Conceive and oversee production of motion graphics and animations, including 3D when needed.
• Develop and execute digital video investigations from start to finish.
• Assist in or write text stories for CNN’s digital platforms.
• Produce live segments in field, studio, or remote locations.
• Apply knowledge of photojournalism, cameras, editing and animation software.
• Uphold CNN’s journalistic standards and ethics.

Skills

News judgment

Verbal communication

Research skills

Production skills

Education

BA/BS in journalism or related field

Tools

Video editing software

OSINT tools

Job description

Visual Investigations Producer

The Visual Investigations Producer is a highly skilled reporter/producer who leverages open‑source intelligence (OSINT) and digital forensic tools to craft groundbreaking video journalism. They have strong editorial judgment, a keen investigative instinct, and the ability to turn complex research into compelling visual stories across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling video journalism for digital and linear platforms
• Conduct deep‑dive open‑source research and verification using advanced digital forensic tools and methodologies
• Use OSINT methods and tools—including video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation, social media scraping, and metadata analysis—and analyze satellite imagery, marine and flight tracking, and other data sets
• Conceive and oversee production of motion graphics and animations, including 3D animation when necessary
• Develop and execute digital video investigations from start to finish, including pre‑ and post‑production stages
• Assist in or write text stories for publishing on CNN’s digital platforms
• Produce live segments, whether in the field, studio, or from remote network locations as needed
• Apply knowledge of photojournalism, cameras, editing and animation software
• Uphold and advance CNN’s journalistic standards, ethics, and commitment to impactful storytelling

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years production experience in news television or digital video journalism, with investigative reporting experience a necessity
• BA/BS in journalism, politics or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• Strong news judgment and strong written, verbal, interpersonal communication, research and production skills
• Past reporting and field experience is an advantage

Inclusion

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 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, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Compensation and Benefits

In compliance with local law, we disclose the compensation range for this role. Base pay ranges from $77,840.00 to $144,560.00 per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short‑ and long‑term incentives, program‑specific awards, health insurance, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation.