What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Writer, CNNI position at Warner Bros. Discovery?
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role...
We are looking for a Sr. Writer to join CNN International in Atlanta, GA!
Your Role Accountabilities...
- Research, write and edit compelling, conversational anchor copy for CNNI newscasts.
- Collaborate with Producers on content, formatting scripts, viewing video and graphic elements, and finding relevant sources.
- Write lead stories for a program and/or write complicated scripts on a variety of topics.
- Copy edit for shows, making sure scripts are factually accurate, grammatically correct, readable by the anchor, and have proper videos and on-screen elements.
- Write packages for shows as needed or requested.
- Effectively coordinate script, live shot and interview elements with APs and/or Producers.
Qualifications & Experience...
- 7 years full-time broadcast news writing or reporting.
- Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience.
- Excellent writing skill - style, language, accuracy, organization, and balance.
- Ability to produce quality work quickly.
- Agile - able to adapt during breaking news, to a show or anchor style and rewrite when necessary.
- Must be eager, cooperative, energetic, team-oriented
- Must have the ability to work different shifts including evenings, overnights and weekends.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.