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Writer (Temporary)-November 2024
Atlanta
Nov 22, 2024
ABOUT WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY
Warner Bros. Discovery is a premier, global entertainment company focused on offering the most dynamic media & streaming experience in the world.
10,000+ employees
Technology, Engineering
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About Writer (Temporary)

  Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

  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...

  CNN seeks a talented Writer (Temporary) to join the Ticker team in Atlanta, GA!

  Your Role Accountabilities...

  Writes 5-7 line story blocks based on the day's news, news conferences, on-air interviews and other approved source material for the CNN U.S. Ticker. Ticker's audience requires complete, balanced news blocks in short increments. Every word must count.

  Must be well-versed in the news of the day. Be fully read-in on prior news stories to ensure relevant, most compelling, and up-to date information is presented to the CNN Ticker audience. Determine a story's relevance and organize information accordingly. Must use reliable news judgment consistently.

  Communicate/collaborate with Ticker teammates, news gathering, fellow members of CNN Digital, and other news teams throughout CNN to gather content for the Ticker.

  Seek avenues to improve editorial and journalistic skills. This can range from offering alternative lines to use in story blocks to taking WBD-offered classes.

  Your Qualifications & Experience...

  Concise written communication skills. Must have excellent grasp of language, knowing when to write straight news and identify opportunities to be creative

  Working knowledge of the CNN US newsroom, structure and systems - MediaSource, inews, viz Rt graphics system

  3-5 years of writing experience in online, print or TV production.

  Ability to thrive in a challenging and dynamic news environment

  Demonstrated news knowledge and journalistic skills

  Organizational skills.

  Must be strong team player, eager and able to collaborate

  Spanish or other language skills

  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...

  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.

  If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].

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