OSINT Researcher
CNN
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 4/28/2025 12:11:00 PM PST
This is a Full Time Job
The Researcher is a tenacious researcher/data journalist who will work closely with senior editors and reporters to uncover fresh news stories, break news stories and track high-profile editorial threads on ongoing high-profile stories. S/he is constantly searching for new stories that could require extensive research and investigation, has strong organizational skills and is meticulous in keeping track of several things at once with an eye for news, so managers can be quickly alerted. S/he works collaboratively with a team and will be required to help support desk editors, show producers and field staff as necessary – from sourcing/logging/transcribing content.
Your Role Accountabilities…
• Monitors and researches developing news stories or topics, images, as directed by Seniors or to support field.
• Ingests, logs and transcribes images directed, responsible for metadata.
• Liaises with library and picture sources to obtain, clear and enter video to enhance our storytelling across all platforms.
• Interfaces with Image and Sound and Digital to support Desk Editors and Producers and support field as required.
• May be assigned to Newsdesk produce where appropriate, rotate on overnight shift and can be assigned to Live Desk produce.
Qualifications & Experience…
• Undergraduate degree in journalism or related studies
• Proven research experience
• Experienced user of social media
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative
• Excellent communication skills
• Technically adept
• Self starter
• Innovative and creative
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Knowledge of international affairs
Desirable
• Full-time role in a media environment
• Language skills (Bi-lingual)
• Digital skills
• Some international experience/travel
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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: $53,620.00 - $99,580.00 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.
