Video Producer, State Of The Union

Warner Bros. Entertainment; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Video Producer, where creativity meets the fast-paced world of news production. In this role, you'll be at the heart of crafting compelling visual narratives for live broadcasts, working closely with a dedicated team to ensure the highest quality content. Ideal candidates are self-starters with a passion for storytelling and an ability to thrive in high-pressure environments. This is your chance to be part of a leading media organization that values innovation and inclusion, providing you with the tools and support to excel in your career while making a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee Wellness Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Sick Time

Vacation

Annual Bonuses

Short- and Long-term Incentives

Qualifications

• 2+ years of production experience in news television.
• Strong writing skills and news judgment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Craft impactful visual material for live segments and packages.
• Coordinate and ingest video elements during breaking news.

Skills

News Judgment

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Communication

Research Skills

Production Skills

Writing Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism

Equivalent Experience

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.

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!

Your New Role…

CNN seeks a talented Video Producer to join the team!

Your Role Accountabilities…

• The Video Producer is an integral member of a lean, tight-knit show staff. He/she will help craft the look of the show by generating impactful visual material for live segments, packages, and teases.
• They will be proficient in screening media for the best visual elements as well as editorial sound bites. He/she assists in research, compilation, production, and editing of pieces.
• The Video Producer runs tape out of the control room, works with editors on taped segments, and handles any changes for the show’s later runs.
• They are also responsible for coordinating and ingesting video elements during breaking news.
• The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with a love for politics who can generate ideas for guests, questions, and segments, and has the ability to handle an intense and stressful breaking news environment and turn elements around quickly and accurately in the control room.
• May need to work on weekends and/or extended hours due to breaking news.

Your Qualifications & Experience…

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years production experience in the news television industry.
• Must have strong news judgment as well as written, verbal, interpersonal communication, research and production skills.
• Needs strong writing skills, eventually may be called upon to independently write television scripts.
• They should have standard knowledge of show production.

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 www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ 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: $60,278.00 - $111,946.00 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.