Associate Producer, News Products

Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., St Luke's, Islington

Associate Producer, News Products

Salary Not Specified

Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., St Luke's, Islington

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 6 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

The Late Shift Associate Producer will assist with the editorial and technical production of short form news briefings, breaking news alerts and additional short form content. S/he will help write, voice, and edit episodes, alongside a producer, and in partnership with the CNN Digital News Alerts team. S/he will fact-check copy, ensuring it meets CNN editorial standards.

  • Monitor the latest CNN news updates.
  • Adapt approved copy to an audio-first presentation.
  • Coordinate with CNN News Alerts team on timing of breaking news updates.
  • Voice news episodes and updates when needed.
  • Edit briefings using digital audio editing tools and upload in software system.
  • Coordinate with technical team on standard operating procedures for recording/editing/engineering.

    You must be an avid news consumer with prior journalism experience, preferably in an audio newsroom. You'll need to be detail-oriented, wildly creative with strong editorial judgement and skills. A passion for breaking news is required.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Minimum 2+ years of editorial experience in an audio newsroom.
  • Good writing skills.
  • Proficiency in digital audio editing and audio recording.
  • Strong collaboration, interpersonal, communication, excellent teamwork and team-building skills. Ability to thrive under pressure with diverse staff and talent.
  • Previous on-air experience preferred.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, 24/7 deadline-driven environment.
  • Must be agile and adaptable in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Able to work from late afternoon through to the late evening Monday to Friday and be flexible with hours when needed.
  • Must have authorisation to work in the UK.
  • Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

    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. We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN. To see what it's like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!, CNN Audio is creating even more ways to connect with and engage directly with our listeners. Our content takes a facts-first, immersive and authentic approach. Whether it's diving further into the biggest issues that affect the globe with some of our most celebrated anchors and reporters or looking back at a moment in history with added context, CNN Audio keeps you in the know. Our team is comprised of the best, and most passionate storytellers who cover topics across health and COVID, politics, breaking news, culture, race and equality, international affairs and more. CNN Audio creates and distributes all audio content, including original podcasts, news briefings and showcasts for CNN Worldwide.