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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.
Your New Role...
The Writer will be part of CNN International's New York team, working on news and business stories. The candidate should be able to produce high-volume, high-quality copy under deadline pressure. They will be able to craft smart and snappy writes on everything from the biggest news stories of the day to the top business headlines. The candidate must have a proven ability to function successfully in the control room and newsroom environments.
We want someone who will bring creativity and clever production to craft beautifully put together segments, using the best pictures, graphics and sound. We want good ideas, both on the editorial direction of the show and guests. We are a small team and value contributions from everyone.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Must be able to work with producers and communicate effectively with anchors and the wider production team.We need someone who is calm under pressure, able to juggle different demands and prioritiesHandle graphics requests and work with Producers on elements for live shots.
Qualifications & Experience...
Must have a BA or equivalent work experience.At least one year of experience as a full-time writer or successful completion of writer training in a newsroom, ideally including business news experience.It is important for the candidate to have a thorough understanding and proven experience in handling international stories.Successful candidates will demonstrate a knowledge of and active participation in social media as a news tool.Must have the flexibility 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.
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: $62,006.00 - $115,155.00 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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