Writer, Streaming (Temporary)

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Atlanta, GA
Hybrid
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Digital Media • Gaming • Machine Learning • News + Entertainment • Software
The Role
The Writer at CNN will be responsible for pitching, researching, planning, and writing show segments for streaming platforms. The role demands strong writing skills, editorial judgment, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The Writer will also advise on editorial issues and may act as a backup copy editor.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 to join the Newsroom Editorial team!
Your Role Accountabilities...

  • The Writerwill work closely with senior producers, producers and copy editors to pitch, research, plan and write show segments for CNN's streaming platforms and to help curate Video on Demand.
  • Strong and fast writing skills are required.
  • A Writer/Producer is expected to advise the Senior Producers on any editorial issues or problems that arise with assigned scripts. He or she is usually the lead writer for a program and may be called upon to write packages and/or be a backup copy editor.


Your Qualifications & Experience...

  • 5 or more years full time broadcast news writing or reporting preferred.
  • A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent writing skills and an ability to produce quality work quickly.
  • Must have the ability to enterprise ideas and work well independently and with a team.
  • Requires a creative thinker with the ability to find new and entertaining ways to present information, new angles to approach stories, and the organization skills to bring it all together.
  • Outstanding news judgment, critical and strategic thinking are critical for the position.
  • Must be able to work an extended schedule as the news cycle and deadlines require.


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.
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.

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HQ: New York, NY
40,000 Employees
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What We Do

Warner Bros. Discovery is a premier global media and entertainment company, offering audiences the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, sports, news, streaming and gaming. We're home to the world’s best storytellers, creating world-class products for consumers.​

WBD is bringing together the scripted and the unscripted, the local and the global, the timely and the timeless. Taking the world’s greatest possibilities and making them a reality. Creating impact, inspiring imagination, and building connections. Here you can succeed, here you are supported, here you are celebrated.

Why Work With Us

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.

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