Senior Producer, CNN Visual Investigations

CNN; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 103,460 - 192,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Sick time and vacation

Job summary

CNN is seeking a Visual Investigations Senior Producer to lead investigative video journalism that deconstructs critical moments, exposes wrongdoing, and holds powerful people and institutions accountable across digital and linear platforms. OSINT and digital forensics experience are required.

You will conceive and produce compelling reports from concept through post‑production, oversee motion graphics, write supporting text, and contribute to CNN’s editorial standards. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of production experience in news television or digital video journalism with investigative reporting a must.
• BA/BS in journalism, politics or a related field preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling video journalism for digital and linear platforms.
• Pursue multiple high‑impact investigative projects, balancing long‑term initiatives with rapid exclusives.
• Conduct deep‑dive open‑source research and verification using advanced digital forensic tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency in OSINT methods and tools (video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation, social media scraping, metadata analysis, satellite imagery, marine and flight tracking).
• Conceive and oversee production of motion graphics and animations, including 3D animation when necessary.
• Advanced scripting, storytelling, and editorial skills with mastery of visual narrative techniques.
• Develop and execute stories from start to finish, including pre‑ and post‑production.
• Assist in or write text stories for CNN’s digital platforms.
• Produce live segments, in the field or in studios or remote network locations as needed.
• Knowledge of producing shoots, edits, and graphics – a must.
• Uphold and advance CNN’s journalistic standards.

Skills

OSINT methods

Video verification

Geolocation

Metadata analysis

3D animation

Education

BA/BS in journalism or related field

Tools

Google Earth Pro

Job description

Job Overview

Visual Investigations Senior Producer – responsible for producing investigative video journalism that deconstructs critical moments, exposes wrongdoing, and holds powerful people and institutions accountable through compelling visual products for multiple platforms. Must have proven OSINT and digital forensic experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 (video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation, social media scraping, metadata analysis, satellite imagery, marine and flight tracking)
• Conceive and oversee production of motion graphics and animations, including 3D animation when necessary
• Advanced scripting, storytelling, and editorial skills with 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, studio or 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
• BA/BS in journalism, politics or a related field preferred or equivalent in experience
• Strong news judgment and 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 mastery of visual narrative techniques
• Proficiency in OSINT methods and tools (video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation and metadata analysis), Google Earth Pro, marine and flight tracking
• Willingness to travel as needed for reporting assignments

Inclusion & Accessibility

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. As an equal‑opportunity employer, 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.

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.

Compensation

Pay Range: $103,460.00 – $192,140.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short‑ and long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards. Additional benefits include health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation.