Warner Bros. Discovery is hiring: Senior Writer, CNNI in Atlanta

Sr. Writer Position at CNN International

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Your New Role... We are looking for a Sr. Writer to join CNN International in Atlanta, GA!

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Research, write and edit compelling, conversational anchor copy for CNNI newscasts.
• Collaborate with Producers on content, formatting scripts, viewing video and graphic elements, and finding relevant sources.
• Write lead stories for a program and/or write complicated scripts on a variety of topics.
• Copy edit for shows, making sure scripts are factually accurate, grammatically correct, readable by the anchor, and have proper videos and on-screen elements.
• Write packages for shows as needed or requested.
• Effectively coordinate script, live shot and interview elements with APs and/or Producers.

Qualifications & Experience...

• 7+ years full-time broadcast news writing or reporting.
• Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience.
• Excellent writing skill - style, language, accuracy, organization, and balance.
• Ability to produce quality work quickly.
• Agile - able to adapt during breaking news, to a show or anchor style and rewrite when necessary.
• Must be eager, cooperative, energetic, team-oriented
• Must have the ability to work different shifts including evenings, overnights and weekends.

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