This role is responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and production of CNN’s podcasts across video and audio, with a strong emphasis on video-first formats
Job Summary
This role is responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and production of CNN’s podcasts across video and audio, with a strong emphasis on video-first formats.
The Senior Director of Podcasts will guide a portfolio of flagship news, franchise and personality-driven shows; raise creative and production standards; and ensure that CNN’s podcasts are distinctive, audience-focused and commercially viable.
This leader will work closely with CNN talent, newsroom leadership, video, product and commercial teams to ensure podcasts play a central role in CNN’s broader editorial and business strategy.
Matching Summary
This role is responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and production of CNN’s podcasts across video and audio, with a strong emphasis on video-first formats.
Salary
Base: $156,100.00 - $289,900.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives; Benefits: health insurance, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
video-first podcast formats
editorial and strategic vision
audience-focused and commercially viable
high editorial quality and storytelling
video and audio production standards
Nice-to-have
thrives at the intersection of journalism
strategic judgment and creative ambition
operational discipline and audience engagement
Key Requirements
15+ years of experience in video journalism and podcasting
5+ years of leadership experience managing teams
Demonstrated experience developing successful video podcasts
Familiarity with video and podcast distribution platforms