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Director, CNN Business

New York, NY

CNN is looking for a seasoned journalist to take a leading role in helping to shape the world's biggest and most important stories at the intersection of business, economics and current affairs. The ...

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Manager, Awards - CNN

Manhattan, NY · On-site

The Awards Manager oversees CNN Worldwide's awards program from strategy through execution, managing approximately 150 annual submissions across high-profile journalism, documentary, digital and ...

Warnerbros

Manager, Awards - CNN

New York, NY · On-site

The Awards Manager oversees CNN Worldwide's awards program from strategy through execution, managing approximately 150 annual awards competitions honoring excellence in journalism, documentary ...

CNN

Anchor Producer, The Situation Room

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K - $142K/yr

We are CNN. To see what it's like to work atCNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X ! CNN seeks a ... Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for cnn journalist in the United States is $60,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CNN journalist?

A CNN Journalist is responsible for researching, writing, and reporting news stories for CNN's various platforms, including television, digital, and social media. They gather information through interviews, press conferences, and on-the-ground reporting to provide accurate and timely news coverage. CNN Journalists may specialize in areas such as politics, business, international affairs, or investigative reporting. They work in fast-paced environments, often under tight deadlines, to deliver breaking news and in-depth analysis. Strong writing, communication, and multimedia skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a CNN journalist do?

A typical workday for a CNN Journalist often involves researching stories, conducting interviews, fact-checking information, and crafting news reports for broadcast or digital platforms. Journalists may work both in CNN offices and out in the field, collaborating closely with producers, editors, camera crews, and other journalists to deliver timely and accurate news. The environment is dynamic and deadline-driven, with the team regularly adjusting to breaking news or evolving assignments. Flexibility in working hours is common, as journalists may need to respond to events as they happen. This structure provides valuable experience and fast-paced challenges while fostering strong teamwork and professional growth.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a CNN journalist?

To thrive as a CNN Journalist, a strong background in journalism, excellent writing and reporting skills, and a relevant degree such as journalism or communications are essential. Familiarity with digital content management systems, video editing software, and newsroom production tools is commonly required. Outstanding soft skills include adaptability, curiosity, ethical judgment, and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. These capabilities are crucial for producing accurate, engaging news content and maintaining CNN’s high journalistic standards.

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Infographic showing various Cnn Journalist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% Full Time, and 73% Part Time. Highlights an 26% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 73% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,979 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Director, CNN Business

Hudson, NY • On-site

Warner Bros. Discovery
Media and Telecom • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Warner Bros. Discovery rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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 at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!
CNN is looking for a seasoned journalist to take a leading role in helping to shape the world's biggest and most important stories at the intersection of business, economics and current affairs.
The director is responsible for overseeing breaking business news during the U.S. day. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading reporters, working across coverage teams on big, globe-spanning stories and consulting with programming colleagues to make sure coverage priorities are reflected on CNN's platforms.
This role is for an ambitious and creative digital-first business journalist with outstanding news judgment, excellent communication skills and a passion for news and distinctive enterprise reporting.
Responsibilities
  • Leading the business-news agenda and overseeing editorial in all formats and on all of CNN's platforms, with a focus on business, markets, tech, media and economy coverage

  • Commissioning, framing, editing and writing editorial content for all of CNN's platforms, including breaking news, analysis and distinctive enterprise journalism; working across formats including digital text, video and visuals

  • Working closely with correspondents, editors and stakeholders across the world on multi-region and multi-platform projects

  • Ensuring all journalism produced adheres to CNN standards

  • Working as part of a global 24/7 digital-first cross-platform team, providing a key editorial link between CNN's European and APAC operations

  • Working occasional weekends and evenings

Qualifications
  • A minimum of 10 years of business news editing and/or writing experience for leading digital-first news outlets, with a proven track record in high-pressure, breaking news environments

  • Superior news judgment with the ability to think in headlines and frame complex business stories for a global audience

  • Experience conceiving and producing distinctive enterprise journalism, identifying unique reporting opportunities and investigative work

  • Enthusiasm, flexibility and a desire to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment

  • Exceptional writing skills, editing skills, news judgment and an obsession with precision

  • A strong desire to experiment with storytelling formats and think creatively about how we serve our multiplatform audience

  • Exceptional planning and organizational skills with a demonstrable track record of executing detailed digital-first coverage plans

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: $151,760.00 - $281,840.00 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.

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