Daniel Ruetenik

About

Award-Winning Producer | Investigative Journalist | Storyteller With over two decades of experience in the industry, I bring a passion for storytelling and impactful journalism to every project I take on. After earning my degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, I moved to New York City and began my career at CBS News, where I worked on 60 Minutes II. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of producing for top-tier programs such as Anderson Cooper 360, CBS Sunday Morning, and 60 Minutes. Along the way, I’ve been honored with several accolades, including an Emmy for my investigative report on the housing crisis. In addition to my work in television, I’ve contributed to the New York Times Video department and National Geographic's Explorer, where I conducted an in-depth investigation into the opiate trade. My work for Netflix’s Rotten earned an Emmy nomination for exposing the unethical practices in the bottled water industry. I thrive on big ideas, strategic thinking, and the power of collaboration. Whether it's visionary directing or breaking investigative stories, my career has been about pushing boundaries and telling stories that matter. My expertise spans across reporting, writing, videography, and editing, and I’m always excited to take on new challenges that bring important stories to light.