Field Producer - Documentary Unit CNN

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Field Producer - Documentary Unit, CNN

Turner Broadcasting

Atlanta

GA

Job #624278723

Posting Job Title

Field Producer - Documentary Unit, CNN

Time Warner Division

Turner

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Area of Interest

Production/Post-Production

Location

United States - Georgia - Atlanta

Requisition #

163565BR

Position Type

Full Time

Posting Job Description

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What part will you play and what will you be doing?

The Field Producer for CNN's Documentary Unit will have editorial vision, strong writing and production skills, and the ability to line up interviews quickly and produce material in the field under tight deadline pressure. The position will partner with the production teams and editors to: identify and develop stories, offer input into interview subjects and conduct pre-interviews that provide depth, insight and balance, conduct research and identify, acquire and organize distinctive archival footage and existing CNN material, help craft story lines, write scripts, field produce, obtain necessary legal clearance, and vet their individual projects. This role is particularly critical producing instant specials where the deadlines are tight and visual elements aren't always apparent. The position requires keeping tabs on production costs to bring projects in under budget and strong story-telling ability.

What do we need from you?

- 4 or more years of hands-on production experience in TV/news/digital production with at least 2 years of field production experience. Long form documentary experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience. - Must demonstrate strong writing and production experience - Must demonstrate strong initiative, commitment, communication and interpersonal skills. - Prior experience booking interviews and directing and managing crews in the field is very helpful - Must be flexible and able to work an extended schedule under deadline pressures - Must be able to travel frequently

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Updated 04/08/2018

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Company Profile
Turner's portfolio has more than 100 of the most recognizable brands and compelling content in more than 200 countries, including a blend of entertainment, news, animation, young adult and sports media and multiplatform brand extensions. After more than 45 years since it first took on the broadcasting industry, Turner is still leading change and shaping the entertainment landscape to create engaging content and experiences for consumers around the world.