Director, AI Innovation

CNN; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a visionary Director of AI Innovation to spearhead transformative AI integration within their newsroom. This role is crucial for enhancing editorial workflows and decision-making processes through innovative AI solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of editorial expertise and strategic leadership, driving impactful AI initiatives that safeguard journalistic integrity while exploring monetization opportunities. Join a dynamic team committed to making the world more connected and informed through cutting-edge technology and storytelling.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in editorial operations and AI solutions.
• Ability to bridge journalistic principles with AI innovations.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI integration to enhance newsroom workflows and decision-making.
• Oversee AI utilization across newsgathering and editorial departments.

Skills

AI Integration

Editorial Operations

Strategic Leadership

Innovation Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

AI Technologies

Data Analytics Tools

Job description

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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 self. Here you are supported, celebrated, and encouraged to thrive.

Your New Role…

We are CNN, THE WORLD'S MOST ESSENTIAL AND ENGAGING SOURCE OF DIGITAL NEWS. In the midst of rapid transformation, we seek innovators, makers, and dreamers to lead our growth. Our goal is to make the world a better, more connected place.

We are seeking an innovative and strategic AI Leader for the role of Director, AI Innovation. This pivotal role will enhance newsroom workflows, editorial decision-making, and consumer-facing products through effective AI integration. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in editorial operations and the ability to bridge journalistic principles with breakthrough AI solutions. This role will champion AI as an empowering catalyst for the newsroom, expanding CNN’s tools and offerings while safeguarding editorial integrity.

Specifically, this role will lead efforts to develop impactful AI use cases and innovations across CNN Worldwide, overseeing all newsgathering and editorial departments in AI utilization, safeguarding, and informing monetization opportunities.