Sr. Director, Podcasts
Warner Bros. DiscoveryAbout the role
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We are CNN. THE WORLD'S MOST ESSENTIAL AND ENGAGING SOURCE OF DIGITALNEWS. 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.
Your New Role...
CNN is seeking a Senior Director of Podcasts to lead the evolution of its podcast
portfolio during a pivotal moment of transformation. This role is responsible for
overseeing the strategy, development and production of CNN’s podcasts across video
and audio, with a strong emphasis on video-first formats.
The Senior Director of Podcasts will guide a portfolio of flagship news, franchise and
personality-driven shows; raise creative and production standards; and ensure that
CNN’s podcasts are distinctive, audience-focused and commercially viable. This leader
will work closely with CNN talent, newsroom leadership, video, product and commercial
teams to ensure podcasts play a central role in CNN’s broader editorial and business
strategy.
This role requires a senior editorial leader with deep experience in video and audio
podcasting, format development and video and audio production. The ideal candidate
brings strategic judgment, creative ambition, and operational discipline — and thrives at
the intersection of journalism, audience, and innovation.
Your Role Accountabilities...
· Set and execute the editorial and strategic vision for CNN Podcasts across video
and audio, aligned with CNN’s content strategy, journalistic standards, audience needs
and business priorities.
· Oversee the full podcast portfolio, including news, franchise, limited-series, and
personality-driven shows, ensuring each has a clear purpose, audience and success
metrics.
· Lead the evolution and drive the expansion of video podcasts, ensuring production
value, format and tone meet audience expectations and reflect CNN’s strength in video.
· Ensure all podcasts deliver high editorial quality, strong storytelling and production
standards appropriate for both audio and video platforms.
· Drive the development, testing and launch of new podcast concepts that address
identified audience needs and strategic gaps.
· Evaluate performance regularly to determine where to invest, iterate, pause or
sunset shows based on audience engagement, growth and strategic value.
· Oversee staffing models, workflows, schedules and budgets to support efficient,
high-quality production across the slate.
· Lead, mentor and develop podcast producers and editors, fostering a collaborative,
high-performing team culture.
· Drive change effe
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