Associate Producer, Erin Burnett Outfront

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Your New Role…

The Associate Producer for Erin Burnett OutFront works closely with show producers to find best video and elements for segments and packages within CNN systems and elsewhere.

Your Role Accountabilities…

The Associate Producer cuts soundbites and VOs, produces in-house packages, orders, and creates graphics. They are responsible for calling elements in the control room. The AP is also responsible for pitching both package and guest ideas for the program and helping producers with research for guest segments. They must work closely with rights and clearances, affiliate desk and assignment desks to ensure best video is used and sourced properly. The Associate Producer must code video and create banners, and work under extremely tight deadlines. The AP will also work closely in the control room with writers, line producer and senior producers on best sound bites and VOs for live reads and teases.

Must be flexible and able to regularly work long hours. This role will require being onsite.

Qualifications & Experience…

• Graphics production experience including experience with the "Viz Pilot" graphics device helpful.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in network television or major-market news production.
• Must be team-oriented, able to take direction from producers and control room personnel, capable of meeting deadlines and functioning calmly in high-pressure situations including breaking news.
• Must be computer literate, have strong internet research skills, and the ability to learn internal digital video archives.
• Newsroom & live control room experience preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Must demonstrate strong research skills.
• Familiarity with CNN video databases such as Mediasource is very helpful.
• Non-linear video editing experience also important.

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