Your New Role…

CNN seeks a talented Editorial Producer to join The Source with Kaitlan Collins in DC or New York!

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Booking high level Washington newsmakers, key policy experts, thought leaders, journalists, witnesses and principals in major stories

• Coordinating logistics, conducting pre-interviews, keeping guests up to date on topics and relevant research 

• Pitching new voices to join the show 

• Strong control room skills, including the ability to react quickly during breaking news to line up officials, lawmakers, outside reporters 

• Should also have a strong grasp on using social media to find people involved in breaking news situations in remote areas.

• Must also be able to develop and cultivate new guest relationships on behalf of the program and the network.

• May require travel for breaking news bookings 

• This job requires being in the control room during the show

Your Qualifications & Experience...

• 3+ years of news production experience

• A strong knowledge of politics and current events --plus an aptitude for talent development

• The ability to multi-task and execute quickly

• Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience

• Awareness of guests/panelists political leanings

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple guests and to develop long-term relationships

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 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.