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Producer, CNN Visual Investigations

Warner Bros. Discovery · Washington, DC, USA · Remote ·

Pay:
$77,840-$144,560/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Job Description
The Visual Investigations Producer is a highly skilled reporter/producer with a proven track record of using OSINT and other digital forensic tools and methodologies to produce groundbreaking video journalism. The role requires sharp editorial judgement to uncover original stories that expose wrongdoing and hold powerful people and institutions accountable.

Responsibilities

Create compelling video journalism for digital and linear platforms

Conduct deep‑dive open-source research and verification, leveraging advanced digital forensic tools and methodologies

Utilise OSINT methods and tools including video verification, AI detection, geolocation, chronolocation, social media scraping, and metadata analysis; analyse satellite imagery, marine and flight tracking data

Conceive and oversee production of motion graphics and animations, including 3D animation when necessary

Develop and execute digital video investigations from start to finish, including pre‑ and post‑production

Assist in or write text stories for publishing on CNN’s digital platforms

Produce live segments, both in the field or in the studio or from remote network locations as needed

Use knowledge of photojournalism, cameras, editing and animation software as a plus

Uphold and advance CNN’s journalistic standards, ethics, and commitment to impactful storytelling

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of production experience in the news television industry or digital video journalism, with investigative reporting experience a necessity

BA/BS in journalism, politics or a related field preferred or equivalent experience

Strong news judgment and strong written, verbal, interpersonal communication, research and production skills

Past reporting and field experience is an advantage

Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range: $77,840.00 – $144,560.00 salary per year. 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, sick time and vacation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces 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, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Accessibility Statement
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 https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility for instructions to submit your request.

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