What are the responsibilities and job description for the SVP, Video Editorial Job at Warner Bros. Entertainment in New York position at Warner Bros. Entertainment?
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 CNN. The world's most essential and engaging source of digital news. We are in the midst of rapid transformation and need our next generation of innovators, makers, and dreamers who will lead and drive our growth. We aim to make the world a better, more connected place.
CNN is looking for an SVP of Video Editorial to lead and innovate CNN’s video storytelling strategy and drive the creation of engaging, high-impact video content across linear, digital, and mobile platforms. Reporting to CNN’s Executive Editor of Editorial and with deep partnership with the EVP, of CNN’s Digital Product and Insights, this role is essential in shaping how CNN reaches audiences with compelling video stories that are distinctive, timely, and tailored for an evolving media landscape.
This role will oversee a team producing original videos, remixing and editing existing footage, and be responsible for optimizing video assets from the outset of a story to engage audiences wherever they interact with our news and coverage.
Key Responsibilities :
- Video Storytelling Innovation
Pioneer New Storytelling Techniques : Develop and implement innovative approaches to video storytelling that resonate with audiences across platforms, prioritizing creative, impactful video and narratives.
Video Creation : Lead the creation of original videos from ideation through to final production, including reporting, interviews, and live coverage. Partner with the leadership across planning, editorial, and field deployment teams to ensure production teams understand video needs, best practices, and priorities for stories as assignments are made for daily coverage.
Efficiency in Video Production : Streamline video production workflows, maximizing team efficiency while maintaining the highest editorial standards.
Editorial Alignment : Partner with CNN’s Executive Editor and senior leaders to align video initiatives with editorial priorities and news cycles.
Editorial Quality Control : Uphold the CNN’s editorial standards, ensuring all video content is accurate, credible, and in line with CNN's journalistic values.
Qualifications :
Preferred Skills :
This is a unique opportunity for an innovative leader in video journalism to shape how CNN tells its stories across platforms, engaging audiences in new and powerful ways.
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 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 : $350,000.00 - $650,000.00 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.
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Salary : $350,000 - $650,000
