Producer, CNN Visual Investigations

The Visual Investigations Producer is a highly skilled reporter and producer with a proven track record of using OSINT and other digital forensic tools and methodologies to produce groundbreaking video journalism. The role calls for sharp editorial judgement to uncover original stories that expose wrongdoing and hold powerful people and institutions accountable, along with the ability to mine information from an array of sources and turn reporting into compelling visual products for multiple platforms. The producer works closely with a team of Senior and Supervising Producers, Senior Writers and Correspondents on video projects, while also running their own projects.

• Create compelling video journalism for digital and linear platforms.
• Conduct deep-dive open-source research and verification, leveraging advanced digital forensic tools and methodologies.
• Develop and execute digital video investigations from start to finish, including pre- and post-production.
• Develop story pitches, research investigative ideas and participate in story brainstorming meetings.
• Research and secure interviews with individuals and sources who offer a unique perspective, pre-interview possible characters, confirm facts and gather appropriate photos, documents and other research for production elements.
• Identify, research and locate video clips and sound bites, and conceive creative, dynamic graphics.
• Conceive and oversee production of motion graphics and animations, including 3D animation when necessary.
• Produce field shoots, including determining locations, setting up interviews and securing the permissions needed.
• Produce live segments in the field, in the studio or from remote network locations as needed.
• Assist in or write text stories for publishing on CNN's digital platforms.
• Uphold and advance CNN's journalistic standards, ethics and commitment to impactful storytelling.

• Minimum of 5 years of production experience in the news television industry or digital video journalism, with investigative reporting experience a necessity.
• Proven track record of using OSINT and other digital forensic tools and methodologies to produce video journalism.
• Proficiency in OSINT methods and tools, including video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation, social media scraping and metadata analysis, as well as analysis of satellite imagery, marine tracking and flight tracking.
• Sharp editorial judgement to uncover original stories that expose wrongdoing and hold powerful people and institutions accountable.
• Ability to mine information from an array of sources and turn reporting into compelling visual products for multiple platforms.
• Strong news judgement as well as strong written, verbal, interpersonal communication, research and production skills.
• Self-starter with deep curiosity who is able to work well on a team.

• BA/BS in journalism, politics or a related field preferred, or equivalent in experience.
• Knowledge of photojournalism/cameras, editing and animation software is a plus.
• Past reporting and field experience is an advantage.

• Health insurance coverage.
• Employee wellness program.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays, sick time and vacation.
• Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives and program-specific awards.