Associate Producer
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About the Role
CNN is seeking an Associate Producer for its Abu Dhabi Features team to research, pitch, plan, and produce compelling content across television, digital, and social platforms. The role requires experience in production, scripting, or journalism and strong editorial judgment.
Key Skills for This Role
Responsibilities
- Research, develop and pitch original story ideas
- Support producers and senior producers in planning shoots and interviews from pre production through delivery
- Coordinate filming logistics including call sheets, schedules, travel, permits
- Write and assist with scripts
- Source archive, fact check material and ensure editorial accuracy
- Contribute ideas to improve workflows and production
Requirements
- Experience in production, scripting, journalism, digital media or television content creation
- Strong editorial judgment and passion for storytelling
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a fast paced environment
- Understanding of digital and social storytelling trends
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Your New Role
- As an Associate Producer in the CNN Abu Dhabi Features team, you will research, pitch, plan and produce compelling content across television, digital and social platforms.
Your Role Accountabilities
- Research, develop and pitch original story ideas
- Support producers and senior producers in planning shoots and interviews
- Coordinate filming logistics including call sheets, schedules, travel, permits
- Write and assist with scripts
- Source archive, fact check material and ensure editorial accuracy
- Contribute ideas to improve workflows
Qualifications & Experiences
- Experience in production, scripting, journalism, digital media or television content creation
- Strong editorial judgement and passion for storytelling
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively
- Understanding of digital and social storytelling trends
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
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