News Desk Producer, CNN

About the job

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.

Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.ㅤ

Your New Role...

CNN is seeking a News Desk Producer to work at the nerve center of the Washington newsroom. The ideal candidate is someone who embraces the challenge of multi-tasking in a fast-paced news environment.

You will be responsible for coordinating and managing live signals for DC events and other incoming feeds while providing timely updates to the shows and digital managers and maintaining communications with them.

In your role, you will help coordinate pool coverage of events for the network.

You will work closely with field operations managers to launch crews to cover news stories in the DC area and maintain contact with photojournalists and producers in the field in order to relay editorial information to the newsroom and the network as stories develop. You will be responsible for ensuring that visual elements and related editorial information are quickly shared with the network including fresh video shot in the field by CNN photojournalists and social media video related to developing stories.

You will work with DC reporting teams to cut newsworthy video elements for digital platforms.

Another responsibility of your job will be to help the newsgathering operation by making calls to DC area officials when necessary, including police and fire departments.

This role demands sharp editorial judgment, rapid decision‑making, and the ability to pivot instantly as priorities shift in a high‑pressure, high‑volume environment.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Coordinate feeds for DC bureau ensuring all participants are informed about logistics

• Work with satellites and feeds to ensure elements are routed and recorded

• Communicate with shows and other desks regarding incoming events and feeds

• Coordinate pool coverage and dissemination

• Edit newsworthy video elements for digital platforms

• Work with field production managers to coordinate on assignments for photojournalists and launch crews on breaking news or developing stories

• Ensure new video and other visual elements are shared with the network along with related editorial information

• Assist newsgathering by making calls to DC area officials

• Monitor other news outlets and flag any important editorial that CNN needs to chase

Qualifications & Experience…

• 3-5 years of progressively complex related experience.

• Strong editorial acumen and ability to interpret

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced news environment 24 hours/ 365 days a year

• College degree or equivalent industry experience

About Skydance

Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

Some Important Details

We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Hiring Salary Range: $51,170.00 - $95,030.00 per year

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. 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.