CNN is seeking a creative and driven Features Video Producer to join our team. This role is ideal for a storyteller with exceptional editorial judgement, refined visual taste and deep experience producing compelling features content. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced news environment, takes initiative and approaches challenges with solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original story ideas and translate them into engaging visual narratives
• Develop and produce new and ongoing digital series
• Create work that lives natively on social media (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)
• Conduct thorough pre-production planning, including reporting, scripting, booking and logistics
• Produce shoots in the field or studio, directing crew and talent to capture high-quality footage. The ability to shoot is highly preferred.
• Edit or supervise the editing of video content, ensuring strong storytelling, pacing  and visual cohesion
• Collaborate with reporters and editors to refine stories
• Troubleshoot production challenges and offer solutions that adhere to deadlines

Requirements

• 5+ years video journalism experience at a major news organization or production company
• Experience creating video pieces covering music, culture, lifestyle, style, travel, science and/or entertainment is strongly preferred
• Proficient in story development, pre-production (scripting, storyboarding, crafting interviews, etc.) and coordinating.
• Strong understanding of what makes a good digital video
• Experience working on digital-first, social or multi-platform video content
• Demonstrated sense of visual style
• Excellent news judgement
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to collaborate with global teams
• Proficiency in editing software (Adobe Premiere, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• Experience creating motion graphics is not required, but a plus

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.