Director, VOD & Streaming
Warner Bros. DiscoveryAbout the role
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Your New Role…
CNN is seeking a Director to lead the execution of premium, high-impact video series across its streaming platform. This role sits at the center of CNN’s VOD and streaming strategy, overseeing a growing slate of series and managing a team of Senior Managers, Senior Producers, Producers, and Associate Producers.
Reporting to the Executive Producer, VOD & Streaming, the Director will serve as a key operational and creative leader—responsible for translating development concepts into high-quality, scalable productions. This role partners closely with Development, Editorial, and Platform teams to ensure CNN’s video output is distinctive, efficient, and audience-first.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Lead Series Production Strategy & Execution
Oversee end-to-end production across a portfolio of original video series, from greenlight through delivery
Ensure projects are executed on time, on budget, and at a high editorial and creative standard
Establish and maintain production workflows that support scale, speed, and quality
Manage, develop, and nurture production teams
Structure teams and assign resources across series based on priority, complexity, and cadence
Mentor and develop team members, building a strong pipeline of production talent
Lead staffing decisions across series and projects
Balance workload across teams, proactively identifying gaps or risks
Drive creative excellence in execution
Partner with Development to bring new concepts to life, ensuring ideas translate effectively into production
Provide editorial and creative guidance at key stages (pitch, pre-production, rough cut, final delivery)
Uphold CNN’s standards for storytelling, reporting, and visual quality
Work closely with Development, Editorial, Audience, and teams to align on priorities and distribution strategy
Serve as the primary bridge between idea generation and execution
Communicate clearly with stakeholders on timelines, tradeoffs, and production needs
Act as a senior leader on the team
Serve as a key escalation point for production and team challenges
Help define and evolve team workflows, and best practices
Step in as needed to represent the team in cross-org conversations
Qualifications & Experience…
12+ years of experience in video production, with a focus on series, franchises, or recurring formats
5+ years in a management and leadership role
Proven experience managing teams and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously
Strong editorial judgment and storytelling instincts, with an understanding of news and premium video
Experience building and scaling production workflows in a fast-paced environment
Ability to balance creative ambition with operational realities
Excellent communication and leadership skills
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