Producer (Temporary)

Washington DC
December 19, 2024
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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.
TITLE: Producer I
DEPT: The Lead
Your New Role…
CNN seeks a talented Producer I to join The Lead with Jake Tapper in Washington, DC.
Your Role Accountabilities…

  • This producer is a dedicated and creative storyteller responsible for producing segments, interviews, and taped pieces for CNN’s The Lead with Jake Tapper.
  • This person must actively pitch compelling and creative segment ideas both on the day’s biggest and best stories, but also on the off-beat and bounce angles the show is known for delivering.
  • The ideal candidate has a background in covering and producing politics, with a deep understanding of our era’s key political voices and themes. We’re looking for a producer with strong editorial judgment and the dexterity to select the definitive moments, video clips, soundbites, quotes, posts, and other elements.
  • This person needs to be an excellent communicator, making sure all teams involved are up to speed on how each segment will proceed live.
  • This producer will work onsite in CNN’s Washington, DC bureau for the full day.
  • This producer will work closely with The Lead’s senior producers and management to ensure each story fits the program’s mission and tone, and to ensure all copy is urgent and captivating.
  • This producer must be able to produce segments with hard-hitting questions, insightful story arcs, and backed by thorough research under tight deadlines.
  • This producer must have the ability to write package scripts and navigate edit to craft beautiful and dynamic taped pieces.

Your Qualifications & Experience…

  • 5+ years producing experience in national or major local media markets
  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
  • Fluency in live television production and have control room experience
  • Outstanding news judgment, critical thinking skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create, share, and execute strategic plans while aligning stakeholders across the company
  • Creative thinking skills with the ability to find entertaining ways to present and information, identify fresh angles to every story, and organize with the team to bring it all together
  • Field production experience and ability to travel
  • Eye for definitive enterprise reporting opportunities
  • Positive attitude, collaborative approach, and ability to work well under pressure
  • Outstanding writing and editing skills
  • Strong political and policy news background and enthusiasm for Washington-focused storytelling
  • Ability to work breaking news, extended schedules, and sometimes nights and/or weekends
  • Enthusiasm for joining teams for election coverage and special events coverage

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 the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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.
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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: $0.00 – $0.00 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.