Producer, Explainers - CNN VOD & Streaming

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Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

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Your New Role…

CNN is seeking a Producer to join our Explainers team, helping create visually compelling and deeply reported videos that make complex stories understandable and engaging for a digital audience. This role is ideal for a curious and creative journalist with strong editorial instincts, solid scripting and producing skills, and a passion for turning the news into impactful visual storytelling.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Lead the editorial development and production of explainer videos covering a wide range of topics including politics, global affairs, science, technology and culture.

• Pitch, research, script and oversee the production of original video content that breaks down complex stories into engaging, digestible formats for a digital audience.

• Collaborate closely with reporters, editors, motion graphics designers and other producers to deliver high-quality, visually rich storytelling.

• Shape the editorial voice and visual approach of explainers, ensuring clarity, accuracy and audience engagement across platforms.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

• Incorporate insights into story development to drive impact and reach.

• Stay ahead of emerging storytelling techniques, trends in visual journalism, and competitive explainer content.

Qualifications & Experience…

• 5 years of experience in digital video journalism in a newsroom environment.

• Demonstrated ability to craft clear, compelling scripts and edits that distill complex topics (examples required).

• Strong editorial judgment, news instincts and commitment to journalistic standards.

• Proficiency in video production, shooting and editing (e.g., Adobe Premiere); familiarity with motion graphics or animation workflows.

• Comfortable managing multiple projects on tight deadlines in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills and openness to feedback and growth.

• Passion for storytelling, visual journalism and CNN’s mission to inform and engage a global audience.

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 www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ 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.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

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