Senior Editorial Producer, Erin Burnett OutFront

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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.

Your New Role…

CNN seeks a talented Senior Editorial Producer to join the Erin Burnett show team in NYC!

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Work closely with the Executive Producer to manage and lead team of bookers on both daily and future booking pursuits 

• Oversee interview segments, research, and call prospective guests. As well as write pitch letters.

• Conduct pre-interviews over the phone and sets-up on camera interviews and remote logistics. Prepare background information for anchor and producers. Proofs guest-related fonts and information. 

• This individual is expected to identify, establish, and maintain critical relationships with newsmakers, talent, and sources and to continually expand network of bookings.

• This person must also be able to develop and cultivate new guest relationships on behalf of the program.  As well as represent the show at networking events.

• Maintains future calendar and guests’ records.

Your Qualifications & Experience…

• Must have 7+ years as a booking producer or equivalent production experience.

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.  

• Ability to articulate the lead editorial focus for guest interviews is the essence of this job.

• You will be responsible for providing show and guest ideas and most appropriate voice to speak on an issue on a global scale.

• Astute news and political awareness a must.

• Established rolodex and booking experience necessary.

• Must be well-read and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Organizational skills and writing skills are essential to this position.

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…

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: $133,018.00 - $247,034.00 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.

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.

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