Writer, Streaming (Temporary)

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  Writer will 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   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.

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