Associate Producer, All Over The Map

This is a Full Time Job

CNN is seeking a sharp, editorially driven Associate Producer to support political reporting projects led by veteran journalist John King, including All Over the Map, a multi-platform series exploring American politics through the voices of voters.

This role is ideal for a journalist with strong research instincts, sound editorial judgment, and a passion for political storytelling. You will play a key role in developing deeply reported, narrative-driven content across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms.

Your Role Accountabilities…
• Conduct in-depth research and background reporting to inform political coverage
• Identify compelling angles, data points, and contextual framing to strengthen stories
• Organize and maintain research files, source databases, archival materials, and editorial documentation to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and continuity across projects
• Collaborate effectively across editorial, production, and digital teams, contributing to a culture of clear communication, shared accountability, and high journalistic standards
• Develop and pitch story ideas in collaboration with producers and senior editorial staff
• Conduct pre-interviews and source outreach to shape segments and field reporting
• Take ownership of specific story elements from development through post-production
• Work closely with editors to organize materials, fact-check content, and refine narrative structure
• Monitor political developments, policy changes, polling, and electoral trends

Qualifications & Experience
• 2–4 years of experience in digital and/or broadcast journalism
• Demonstrated strength in research, writing, and editorial judgment
• Deep interest in U.S. politics and election coverage
• Ability to synthesize policy, polling, and data into accessible storytelling
• Experience working in fast-paced newsroom environments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to travel occasionally as needed

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting political or election coverage
• Familiarity with data-driven or policy reporting
• Experience producing content for multiple platforms