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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. We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN. Your New Role… CNN’s News Editorial Planner is responsible for creating, coordinating and planning the editorial content for all of CNN’s global news platforms. This role involves working closely with our multiplatform teams to ensure that news coverage is timely, relevant, and aligns with the organization’s editorial and strategic goals. The News Editorial Planner must have strong organizational skills, a keen news sense, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Your Role Accountabilities... Content planning to help maintain the editorial calendar, scheduling news stories, features, and special projects. Contribute to the planning of long-term editorial projects and special coverage initiatives. Work closely with reporters, editors, producers, and other stakeholders to plan and coordinate news coverage. Create and conduct research on events, trends, audience interest to inform editorial planning and help improve content planning strategies. Assist in the development of story ideas and angles, ensuring a diverse and compelling mix of content. Solve logistical needs including booking travel, finding resources and assisting in setting up infrastructure. Facilitate communication between different departments and teams to ensure smooth workflow and collaboration. Qualifications & Experience… Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field or equivalent in experience. 3+ years of experience in editorial planning, journalism, or a related role. Keen news sense with curiosity and understanding of current events and trends. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in a team environment. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Proficiency in newsroom management software and tools. 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 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. 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. 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: $64,890.00 - $120,510.00 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr CNN

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