Senior Producer, News Products

This is a Full Time Job

Senior Producer, News Products - CNN Audio

THE WORK

The Senior Producer will be responsible for the execution of ambitious and original audio news content. S/he will develop, launch, and produce hourly news briefings, breaking news alerts and short form content for podcast apps and smart speakers.
Alongside a Supervising Producer, the Senior Producer will oversee editorial assignments and the final approvals of briefings to ensure they meet CNN editorial and audio standards. S/he will form close working relationships across various internal groups, leveraging the breadth of CNN reporting across the globe.
• Set the editorial vision and expectations with team, managing the production process from assignment to completion.
• Oversee team shifts to ensure all hours are covered for updates.
• Manage hourly audio coverage and breaking news alerts.
• Manage team of producers/associate producers to ensure that all content meets the quality, journalistic and legal standards of CNN.
• Meet aggressive deadlines.
• Leverage data/analytics/user testing to inform decisions.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to develop, execute, and deliver on big ideas and priorities.
• Collaborate and communicate closely with CNN Digital counterparts.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

You must have a strong command of news programming and production with extensive experience in audio or digital newsrooms – a sharp eye for the quality and integrity of the content is critical.

This leadership role requires someone who is a proven leader and team player with exceptional news judgment and flexibility in a fast-paced, 24/7 deadline-driven news environment.
• College degree or equivalent experience.
• 8 years in a deadline-driven, news and audio environment.
• 3-5 years of experience leading, mentoring, and inspiring teams in a fast-paced, deadline driven audio environment.
• Proven ability to develop and produce quick-turn audio news updates.
• Passion for breaking news and strong editorial judgement, superior writing and editing skills, excellent creative vision, delegation, and prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to multitask, manage large projects and take risks.
• Must be agile and adaptable in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong communication skills, excellent teamwork and team-building skills.
• Must be able to work an extended schedule as the news cycle and deadlines require (openness to working shifts outside of 9-5 hours).
• Knowledge of best practices for audio production and distribution.

THE PERKS
• Paid time off every year to volunteer
• Ac cess to well-being tools, resources, and freebies
• 2018 Best Company for Working Mothers
• 2018 Best Company for Dads
• An in-house learning and development team to help shape and grow your career
• Part of the WarnerMedia family of powerhouse brands

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