Senior Writer (CNNI)

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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 selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role...

We are looking for a Sr. Writer to join CNN International in Atlanta, GA!

Your Role Accountabilities...

Research, and write compelling, conversational anchor copy for CNNI newscasts.
Collaborate with Producers on content, formatting scripts, viewing video and graphic elements, and finding relevant sources.
Write lead stories for a program and/or write complicated scripts on a variety of topics.
Write packages for shows as needed or requested.
Effectively coordinate script, live shot and interview elements with APs and/or Producers.

Qualifications & Experience...

7+ years full-time broadcast news writing or reporting.
Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience.
Excellent writing skill - style, language, accuracy, organization, and balance.
Ability to produce quality work quickly.
Agile - able to adapt during breaking news, to a show or anchor style and rewrite when necessary.
Must be eager, cooperative, energetic, team-oriented
Must have the ability to work different shifts including evenings, overnights, and weekends.

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.