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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.
Please note this is an on-site position based in our NYC office only
Your New Role...
The Coordinating Producer develops, produces and manages daily editorial and custom content in support of Newsource Live, Newsource Distribution, and Newsource's Digital platforms. This position requires proven editorial, writing and logistics abilities to meet the primary obligation of producing and delivering promised content and live services to more than 1,000 CNN affiliates and clients worldwide. The Coordinating Producer will be proficient in identifying strong sound, graphics, and video for daily news packages, as well as feature stories and special reports, and will frequently pitch strong story ideas. The Coordinating Producer will travel for local, regional, and national breaking news coverage with little advanced notice. This role works directly with other editorial and technical members within Newsource, as well as our CNN production partners in New York and other CNN bureaus to ensure that Newsource affiliates are receiving the highest quality product possible.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Respond and dispatch quickly with a Newsource correspondent to breaking news stories in the field to support overall Newsource service goalsPrimary and critical on-air/off-air support for all aspects of Newsource correspondents and their workflowsCollaborate with CNN production resource managers, Newsource technical directors, affiliate control rooms, and field crews to coordinate live shotsSupport the production of daily news packages on a range of topicsSupport local affiliates in the Northeast region to assist on major news events and newsgatheringPitch story ideas, set up remote shoots, and oversee production for Newsource original packagesServe as onsite representative for Newsource during major CNN special events
Qualifications & Experience...
At least 5 years of experience as a broadcast and editorial producerExtensive experience writing news packages, producing live programs, and working with on-air talentStrong field production management experience
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.
The Legal Bits...
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $80,500.00 - $149,500.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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.
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