Coordinator, Program & Content Strategy

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 at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!

Your New Role…

The Program & Content Strategy team is responsible for planning and executing the rollout of content across CNN linear and non-linear platforms. This role works closely with the Managers and Director of Program & Content Strategy to schedule content, organize descriptive metadata, and help carry-out the overall programming strategy for CNN. The position is also actively involved in special department initiatives and will assist with projects like monitoring the competitive environment to optimize content rollout across all CNN distribution points This role works in a 24x7 breaking news environment and requires some level of responsiveness outside of core working hours.

Your Role Accountabilities…

Schedule live and long form programming, versions, and commercial formats in scheduling systems.

Prepare and distribute program listing information to external partners.

Audit and update programming schedules, metadata, and imagery across all schedule end points, ensuring content and talent details are accurately reflected.

Monitor competitive environment across cable, broadcast, and streaming, with focus on news and documentary programming and live events.

Support planning efforts around special events and breaking news.

Serve as backup to other coordinators on the team.

Your Qualifications & Experience…

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in media/communications and/or equivalent experience

1-2 years of work experience in television, media, or a related field, preferably in program planning or scheduling.

Passion for news and non-fiction content with knowledge of current events and politics

Quick learner around new software/systems with intermediate experience in Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Well-organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize/multi-task to efficiently meet deadlines

Ability to work outside of core business hours if necessary.

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.