Climate & Weather Editor, CNN Digital (project position)

Warner Bros. Discovery

  • Atlanta, GA
  • $91,000-169,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
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 and !Your New Role…CNN’s Climate & Weather team is seeking a digital-first Climate & Weather Editor to help shape and elevate coverage of the most urgent crisis of our time. This editor will work closely with reporters, video producers, data visuals journalists and others to ensure our climate and weather storytelling is timely, accurate and engaging across all platforms.
The ideal candidate is a skilled editor with a strong foundation in climate journalism who can help reporters translate complex topics into accessible, compelling stories for a general audience. This person should have a strong nose for news and emerging trends in climate science, weather, solutions and culture, and be comfortable moving between
breaking news and enterprise. This editor thrives in a collaborative, cross-platform newsroom and values teamwork, diversity and innovation.**This is a benefits-eligible 4 month project role**Your Role Accountabilities…Assign, shape and edit a wide array of climate and weather news, analysis and featuresCollaborate with video and visuals teams to develop compelling storytelling across platformsLaunch or support coverage when major climate or weather news breaksOversee and help write live stories during breaking news momentsGuide reporters toward insightful, engaging coverage that connects the dots for audiencesSupport and mentor reporters, helping them develop pitches and sharpen their reportingEnsure all copy is clean, accurate and in line with CNN standardsRepresent the team in editorial meetings and collaborate with other desks across the newsroomQualifications & Experience…At least 5 years of digital editorial experience, including experience editing climate, weather or environmental journalismA passion for climate storytelling and a strong grasp of climate science and policyExperience leading breaking news coverage and shaping longer enterprise piecesProven ability to guide and elevate reporters' work across a range of story typesStrong news judgment and headline-writing instinctsExceptional organizational and communication skillsCollaborative and team-oriented mindsetExperience working across digital platforms and understanding the needs of different audiencesA college degree or equivalentHow 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 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 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: $91,000.00 - $169,000.00 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.If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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