What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Editor, Media 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…
CNN is seeking a collaborative and dynamic editor to join our Media news team to work with reporters and editors on a mix of breaking news and specialty reporting. The job will require an agility to identify and assign critical breaking news reporting and work with our newsgathering Hubs to cover critical Media stories.
As senior editor, you will not just be working on your own stories but guiding the network of shows and digital products on story developments, working with our newsgathering Hubs to ensure reporting is joined together with the best video and imagery to provide our global audience the best story experience whether it be on digital, television or any CNN product.
Your Role Accountabilities…
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 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 require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
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: $0.00 - $0.00 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.
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 is seeking a collaborative and dynamic editor to join our Media news team to work with reporters and editors on a mix of breaking news and specialty reporting. The job will require an agility to identify and assign critical breaking news reporting and work with our newsgathering Hubs to cover critical Media stories.
As senior editor, you will not just be working on your own stories but guiding the network of shows and digital products on story developments, working with our newsgathering Hubs to ensure reporting is joined together with the best video and imagery to provide our global audience the best story experience whether it be on digital, television or any CNN product.
Your Role Accountabilities…
- Oversee stories and coverage across one or two topics simultaneously, making decisions on assignments for editors and reporters, focus and breadth of coverage
- Lead correspondents and talent on story chase, framing and direction
- Assist in story conception and continuity coverage
- Edit CNN’s Reliable Sources newsletter.
- Vet quality of storytelling, sourcing and depth of reporting both in digital and scripting for linear
- Inform network of developments via internal alerts system
- Responsible for ensuring video elements are being procured and considered in coverage
- Responsible for ensuring smooth hand off to continuing coverage team (Evening, AM, Weekend, etc.)
- 8 years of progressively complex related experience
- 3 years management experience
- College degree or equivalent industry experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment that is 24/7, 365 days per year
- Experience editing fast-moving breaking news
- A clear understanding of style and grammar
- Interest in media and media stories
- Experience helping writers frame stories
- At least 4 years of editorial experience
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 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 require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
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: $0.00 - $0.00 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.
