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●	Determined the technical direction for the automated integration and Critical path testing  of highly scalable multi-tenant cloud platform technology components which include developing test framework to perform testing of web applications on different platforms, middle-ware, database, web services, and associated cloud services.
●	Using Drupal as a platform and content management system for building dynamic web sites offering a broad range of features and services including user administration, publishing workflow, discussion capabilities, news aggregation, metadata functionalities using controlled vocabularies and XML publishing for content sharing purposes. 
●	Interfaces with Product Management, Project Management, Software Development, Firmware Development, and Quality Assurance to ensure that a high quality product is delivered which meets or exceeds all published guidelines and walkthroughs, and conducts in-depth design reviews
●	Research, design, and implement automated test procedures, review automation approach and guide other team members in their automation design.
●	Execute complex test plans with an understanding of how to build new coverage into the existing Automation test suite
●	Designs, develops and supports test automation frameworks for testing mobile web and mobile app (iOS & Android) experiences.
●	Coordinate workload and activities for QA team (onshore and offshore)
●	Test 31 sites with Drupal knowledge management application on multiple browsers by creating and running automated scripts (using Selenium, Behat, Mink, Dasuto)
●	Standardize use of QA Tools and processes based on quality assurance standards and best practices. Escalate critical and blocking issues when necessary and drive them to closure 
●	Research new tools and technologies and recommend ways to implement them into new test strategies
●	Create a test environment and leveraging simulators and physical devices to automate testing using SeeTest and Sauce Lab
●	Define the technical implementation of the system architecture and business strategy for the cloud based platform
●	Created  automated functional, integration, regression and performance testing framework for web applications and multi-tenant cloud based enterprise software solution
●	Develop and drive a high-level QA strategy, as well as take a hands-on approach to implementing that strategy. 
●	Lead efforts to develop, document, and implement applicable QA processes and procedures to provide more effective quality methods within the group in support of providing quality products.
●	Collaborate with development teams to understand how development changes affect ongoing Automation efforts
●	Provide test coverage analysis based on automation results

CNN is big on technological advancement in news production. They also give great benefits and compensation. This is where they excel. Where they are lacking is in their management style and lack of loyalty to their employees. CNN is a revolving door. Do not expect to be there 20 years or more. If you are, then you have done some major brown nosing or sold your soul. Why do I say this? I can not count how many amazingly talented people were either let go, made to feel their job was in jeopardy or were fired for bogus claims. CNN goes through people way too frequently. You are given responsibilities that are gradually increased until you are either burnt out or overwhelmed. There is a lot of misdirection and finger-pointing when mistakes are made. There are also many golden children who can do no wrong, sleep at their desks and still get a paycheck.
For those who do an exceptional job and get great feedback from those they serve (I include myself in this), you can expect negative feedback from managers who are looking to save money in raises or wanting to give themselves raises or promotion of titles. Titles, I have never seen so many titles and chiefs over so few Indians. Well, I can go on and on but my fingers are starting to hurt. One other thing is that there is retribution when managers do not like you. CNN may say it is an equal opportunity employer but that is a crock.

As an engineer in a support role, I enjoyed the high pressure aspect of supporting On-Air operations. 'Never a dull moment!' I learned how important customer service is in this fast-paced environment. I also learned alot about leading edge technology. Most of the lower to mid level management is very fare and helpful. Theredid seem to be a disconnect between the executives and management. Lower management was usually over worked and had too many direct reports. The workplace culture was one of a very professional atmosphere, but very relaxed if all was going smoothly. Some of the smartest and creative employees one would hope to work with. I made many life long friends working at CNN. Working with other employees was probably my most enjoyable part of the job. The hardest part of the job was finishing everything that I needed to do each day in 8 hours. CNN also had good healthcare benefits and a great 401-K plan.

I worked on the TV side.
I would only recommend working here if you're starting out in the business.  They have a comprehensive entry-level program.  You'll get promoted a couple times and then will be able to take your skills and shop elsewhere.  
Management (at all levels) is terrible.  
No work-life balance because it's 24 hour news and must be staffed accordingly.  In addition, you will be called upon after your shift to explain something that happened during your shift. (if a Director needs clarification).  Therefore, checking email at all hours is a must.
There is no job security (especially once you have one of the "higher paid" jobs) because they are consistently laying people off for business strategy reasons.
I have heard good things about the Digital side so perhaps it is a better work environment there.

Management will urge you to cross train (when it suites them) and when you show ability to do that job well, they will retract it. Because, they don't promote. It's a pigeon hole, a dead end job that is festering in incompetence, favoritism, racism and an utter disregard for co-workers. The directors are miserable and bring their misery with them to work each and ever day. It destroys morale. There are employees who are moles that possess zero talent who will do anything to ruin your day by always making life miserable for everyone around them. This one particular tech manager is the worst I've ever had the misfortune to work FOR, I never worked with him. He did not care one bit about anyone's family but his own. There was zero work life balance here. I wish I had never taken this job. It was the worst career decision of my life.

The culture is primarily freelance hires, so the hierarchy and roles are not clearly defined. It used to be more full-timers, but now it feels like the lord of the flies. 

I have worked on and off for this company for several years and am finally moving on. The tempo is always in some sort of panic because of poor planning and foresight. Those that start a project dictate the tempo, and the people that are left to finish the project are always left in chaos to get each piece across the finish line. 

If you're anything other than an executive producer on a project, prepare to be kicked around daily. Projects are not collaborative regardless of what they may tell you in interviews. Your voice will not be heard 

While CNN has seen distinct evolutionary changes in the cable news environment and continues to face challenges, the editorial, production, and operations people are committed to doing their utmost and remain the organization's greatest asset. My experience was one of increasing responsibility in managerial roles, while driving for competitive, high-quality news production. To my good fortune, I also had the opportunity to help others develop and improve production value.

Motivated young journalists have historically had an good opportunity to develop at this organization through exposure to varied tasking and the mentoring environment that prevails among the majority of staff.

CNN is a great place to work because they allow you to grow and cross-train with different department which adds to your skill set and also helps you figure out if you want to follow the technical or editorial track in the television news business. 

With a new president, CNN is going through a lot of changes and shifting more toward NYC for it's production rather than their HQ in Atlanta. Media systems are being upgraded which is helpful to it's video management department.

The most enjoyable part of the job is pitching and field producing my own stories, working with amazing talent and being on the front line of breaking news coverage.

When I come in I usually have 3 shows to do in a day.
I went to 2 Sony institutes-camera maintenance courses  One I payed for out of my own pocket, the other Turner/CNN picked up the tab. John Geiger taught both of these courses and I picked up quite a bit as he is Sony's, Camera Guru.
Management is mostly hands off the workers here. They let you do your job.
My co-workers are over-all pretty good.
The hardest part of the job is getting here. Some times they present me with some camera performance challenges, but not that often.
The most satisfying part of the job is when directors, creative directors, and executive creative directors un-solicited by me praise/compliment me for what I have created for their pilots/shows

What is the best part of working at the company?
Travel, pay, work variety, great co-workers.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Poor planning for events or maintenance needed.  Not always an issue, we adapted and overcame.  Many companies have similar issues.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Great work environment, company cared, yearly springs bonuses.  I felt appreciated and welcome.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Each day varied.  Some involved bureau equipment maintenance, installation, or troubleshooting, other days involved field equipment repair at off site locations, other days involved field travel for remote broadcasts.

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Content producer 7 salaries reported	$86,000 per year
Intern 4 salaries reported	$14.88 per hour

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