Editorial Producer, The Source with Kaitlan Collins

Warner Bros. Discovery; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery, home to CNN, seeks an Editorial Producer to join The Source with Kaitlan Collins in DC or New York. You will book high-profile guests, coordinate logistics, conduct pre-interviews and pitch new voices for the program.

The role requires strong political knowledge, rapid multi-tasking, and the ability to cultivate guest relationships while traveling for breaking news when needed. Presence in the control room is required during shows.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of news production experience.
• A strong knowledge of politics and current events – plus an aptitude for talent development.
• The ability to multi-task and execute quickly.
• Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience.
• Awareness of guests/panelists political leanings.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple guests and to develop long-term relationships.

Responsibilities

• Booking high level Washington newsmakers, key policy experts, thought leaders, journalists, witnesses and principals in major stories.
• Coordinating logistics, conducting pre-interviews, keeping guests up to date on topics and relevant research.
• Pitching new voices to join the show.
• Strong control room skills, including the ability to react quickly during breaking news to line up officials, lawmakers, outside reporters.
• Should also have a strong grasp on using social media to find people involved in breaking news situations in remote areas.
• Must also be able to develop and cultivate new guest relationships on behalf of the program and the network.
• May require travel for breaking news bookings.
• This job requires being in the control room during the show.

Skills

News production

Politics knowledge

Multi-tasking

Relationship building

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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.

To see what it’s like to work atCNN, follow @WBDLife onInstagramandX!

Your New Role…

CNN seeks a talented Editorial Producer to join The Source with Kaitlan Collins in DC or New York!

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Booking high level Washington newsmakers, key policy experts, thought leaders, journalists, witnesses and principals in major stories

• Coordinating logistics, conducting pre-interviews, keeping guests up to date on topics and relevant research

• Pitching new voices to join the show

• Strong control room skills, including the ability to react quickly during breaking news to line up officials, lawmakers, outside reporters

• Should also have a strong grasp on using social media to find people involved in breaking news situations in remote areas.

• Must also be able to develop and cultivate new guest relationships on behalf of the program and the network.

• May require travel for breaking news bookings

• This job requires being in the control room during the show

Your Qualifications & Experience…

• 3+ years of news production experience

• A strong knowledge of politics and current events –plus an aptitude for talent development

• The ability to multi-task and execute quickly

• Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience

• Awareness of guests/panelists political leanings

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple guests and to develop long-term relationships

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 www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ 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: $85,470.00 - $158,730.00 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.