Producer for State of the Union with Jake Tapper & Dana Bash
CNN
Washington, DCThis is a Full Time Job
CNN seeks a temporary Producer to join the team of State of the Union with Jake Tapper & Dana Bash!
Your Role Accountabilities…
• Must be able work a weekend schedule or extended schedule as the news cycle and deadlines require.
• This person must have exceptionally strong news judgment and a demonstrated interest in politics and public affairs with a particular strength in high-profile interview writing.
• The Producer will help generate unique angles and creative guest ideas for Sunday's program and write rigorous questions for the anchor.
• We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and flexible candidate with strong multi-tasking skills for our live program.
• This person will also help to grow the show's digital footprint.
Your Qualifications & Experience…
• 3+ years of news production or related experience
• A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Control room experience required.
• Experience in show production and script review
• Live line producing and experience handling breaking news, a proven ability to work well under pressure and deadline.
• Strong writing and production skills
• Outstanding judgment, critical and strategic thinking, organization skills, and an ability to be persistent yet diplomatic.
• Field and tape producing experience strongly suggested.
Salary/Benefits
$71,400.00
- 132,600.00
per year
$71,400 - $132,600 /year USD
Actual salaries will vary based on several factors.
Benefits
• Health insurance coverage
• Employee wellness program
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Vacation
Additional Information
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment is likely to transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, there will be an opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
