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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.
We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.
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Your New Role…
The News Operations Editor is responsible for managing all aspects of logistics for CNN’s teams deployed in the U.S.
This position entails planning for the successful positioning of field teams, resources and bureaus on day-of and future stories, as well as trafficking live transmission and content feeds.
The News Operations Editor will work as an extension of CNN's editorial leadership and newsroom management to partner with regional operations, satellite and transmission teams across CNN's multiple networks (CNN International, CNN en Español, CNN Digital, CNN Max, and CNN Newsource).
This job has an emphasis on technical production plans associated with our core mission: content creation, staffing, crew management, KU truck and transmission deployment, access negotiation, booking travel and ensuring the well-being and safety of personnel.
This is a project-based position through January 31, 2025
Your Role Accountabilities…
Coordinating field live shots and transmission for programming from all CNN platforms, working with editorial staff and coordinating with show technical programming managers on the logistics that support those live shots.
Ensuring quality control on incoming video and backdrops, managing tape and live feeds from field teams and domestic bureaus, and appropriately disseminating editorial content.
Partnering with the editorial planning team to manage day-to-day and future assignments of CNN trucks, mobile transmission devices and other resources to identify the best and strongest content for the CNN platforms.
Communicating live/logistics information to necessary editorial and production staff to support coverage needs.
Managing resources for a variety of assignments, ranging from a single live guest booking to a large-scale production during breaking news or major planned events.
Gather data and information that may be used for reporting.
Qualifications & Experience…
4-6 years of newsgathering experience in a similar operational and logistics role, preferably with an editorial background
General awareness and understanding of global news
Extensive, detailed operational knowledge of field production and electronic newsgathering systems and techniques
Expertise in newsgathering technologies: i.e., Bonded Cellular, digital newsgathering, alternative transmission and communication methodologies
Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
Demonstrable ability to multi-task and adapt in a demanding, fast-paced news environment
Strong problem solving and decision-making capabilities
Ability to thrive under constant deadline pressures
BA/BS in Journalism, Television-Film Production, Communications, or equivalent work experience preferred
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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
