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.
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Your New Role…
CNN Digital's Editor, Programming, will report to the Senior Editor, Programming, curating CNN's core surfaces, sending alerts to our app audience and using creativity in content packaging, with editorial judgment being first and foremost. This role requires exceptional news judgment, urgency and creativity in content presentation. You'll drive audience engagement, making decisions that affect how millions experience news.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Master CNN's core platforms, demonstrating stellar news judgment
Initiate creative feed organisation using CNN's content library
Deploy top-notch editorial and news judgement to support clear, engaging curation and framing of CNN journalism
Recognise programming and audience needs proactively and collaborate with senior team members
Guide associate editors and occasionally serve as a shift lead
Interact with stakeholders to share and receive feedback on initiatives and day-to-day programming
Participate in post-mortems and strategic conversations to enhance programming
Execute distribution strategies while monitoring audience data and optimising content
Apply deep knowledge of digital content forms (video, articles, photo galleries, etc.) to program for user needs, identify trends, and communicate insights to senior leadership
Contribute to content strategies based on audience behaviour and platform performance
Edit breaking news and collaborate with writers in shaping alerts and articles
Qualifications & Experience…
Demonstrable experience in digital news
Excellent writing and editing skills, able to work quickly under pressure while maintaining high standards
Strong collaborative mindset and communication skills
Experience with analytics and content optimization
Strategic thinking and creative problem-solving abilities
Willingness to work nights and/or weekends
Understanding of digital content across multiple formats
Ability to make fast-paced editorial decisions
Experience with content management and digital publishing tools
Additional Information
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.
Onsite Working - This role is advertised as Onsite, meaning all working hours and days (regardless of shift pattern) will be carried out at the place of work. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement, where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability 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.