Associate Producer

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Who We Are…

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Your New Role...

As an Associate Producer in the CNN Abu Dhabi Features team you will be an enthusiastic, organized, energetic team player, who can adapt to a fast-paced environment and has a passion for storytelling and current affairs. You will work closely with Senior Producers, Producers, Photojournalists and across many creative areas within the features department. In this role, you will be focused on the production and development of stories from idea to delivery. You will help research, pitch, plan and produce compelling content across television, digital and social platforms. You will support shoots in the field and studio, logistics and ensure that content is delivered to the highest editorial standards.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Research, develop and pitch original story ideas

• Support producers and senior producers in planning shoots and interviews from pre-production through to delivery.

• Co-ordinate filming logistics including call sheets, schedules, travel, permits etc

• Write and assist with scripts and work collaboratively with producers and senior producers to create innovative, compelling content

• Produce high-quality output whilst managing simultaneous projects

• Source archive, fact-check material and ensure editorial accuracy throughout production

• Contribute ideas to improve workflows, production and team output

• Support the organization of media and archive where required

Qualifications & Experiences...

• Experience in production, scripting, journalism, digital media or television content creation

• Strong editorial judgement and a passion for storytelling

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently, solve problems and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Detailed, meticulous and organized

• Understanding of digital and social storytelling trends

• Have a willingness to learn and pick up new skills

Nice To Have...

• Experience with filming equipment

• Experience of field producing

• Experience of working in an international newsroom

• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop and Audition

How We Get Things Done…

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