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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CNN is looking for an Video Editor for Visual Investigations who will focus on craft editing. The editor incorporates a visually compelling approach to editing and producing while adhering to defined editorial and journalistic standards. The editor must be able to work effectively as part of a team, take notes and work quickly under deadlines. The editor should have ability to build graphics, annotate text and images on screen. The position requires proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, color correction, and basic audio mixing.    

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Edit CNN’s premier visual investigations video pieces with a team of producers, senior producers and reporters.

• Build graphic animations 

• Edit both long form documentary pieces as well as quick-turn, breaking-news packages

• Collaborate with the team on scripting, story development, producing and factchecking                                              

• Distinctive storytelling                                     

• The Editor fulfills these responsibilities by utilizing demonstrable technical, editorial, and creative expertise in editing, producing, design and compositing skills, and visual effects.

• Assignments will be completed under production deadlines, requiring flexibility with schedule/working hours.

Qualifications & Experience…

• Established working experience in a professional digital or streaming news environment, including on both long-form investigations as well as breaking news events

• Demonstrated technical and creative expertise in editing and producing, including but not limited to the Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on After Effects and visual effects plug-ins such as Sapphire, Boris, Red Giant, and others.

• Proven track record of strong editorial judgment

• Expected to continue skill development on existing production platforms and training in the proficient use of emerging technology.

• Collaborative with partners and peers on production projects and responsibilities such as attending team meetings, contributing to story generation, scripting and video research.

• Must be agile and adaptable in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

• Uphold and advance CNN’s journalistic standards, ethics, and commitment to impactful storytelling.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, film or related field

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: $77,840.00 - $144,560.00 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.