Reporter/Producer, White House-CNN

Your New Role
CNN is seeking a multi-talented and resourceful journalist with the ability to break news and a keen interest in and understanding of politics and government to join our White House reporting team.

The job will demand reporting and producing in a high-pressure environment, as well as conceptualizing digital videos and utilizing other innovative storytelling formats to deliver news coverage and scoops regarding the president and his administration. It will also require significant organizational and coordination skills to help keep our team on top of the president’s demanding schedule such that we meet the demands that come with a 24–7 TV and digital news operation. One hour, you might be rapidly writing breaking news posts and asking questions of White House spokespeople; the next, you might be identifying critical moments from a foreign leader meeting for a vertical video. You will also have to produce live shots, coordinate with photojournalists and manage requests from show producers.

The ideal candidate will be creative and unfailingly collegial, with a demonstrated track record of reporting and writing under deadline and delivering copy cleanly and rapidly. Being able to conceptualize, shoot and edit video is also key.

Your Role Accountabilities

Reports, research, writes and own all stages of assigned stories from short Live Story posts to fully formed published stories and everything in between across all platforms

Conceptualizes and help produce digital videos for multiple platforms and work with others to utilize innovative storytelling formats

Utilize strong editorial judgment to quickly and effectively frame and headline news items for maximum impact

Develops sourcing of government officials and external players, both for reporting and logistical matters

Advise editors and planning teams on key storylines and events for coverage consideration

Be responsible for writing stories/alerts/Live story posts as assigned by editor

Produce live segments, both in the field, studio or from remote network locations

Provide editorial coverage for pool responsibilities, and assist with TV crew for network coverage needs

Demonstrate a sense of urgency in pursuing breaking news stories and delivering updates in real-time

May be deployed on field assignments to enhance breaking news coverage or to pursue distinctive storylines

Monitor the competitive landscape and multiple sources for news developments

Qualifications & Experience

Typically has 3 or more years of related experience.

College degree or equivalent industry experience.

Benefits
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: $63,000.00 - $117,000.00 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.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. 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. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

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