Job Description
CNN Digital is the most powerful news brand on the internet, reaching millions of people across platforms and around the world every day. We are journalists, designers and technologists, all united by a powerful mission to inform, engage and empower the world. Join the most trusted and recognized name in news and be a part of a dynamic global team of smart, collaborative and thoughtful journalists doing essential work at a critical time.
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The Job
This writer is responsible for creating content for The Point across multiple platforms, including newsletter, Web video and digital stories. The writer will support the development and production of informative and engaging stories that appeal to politics-focused audiences as well as a wider sphere of readers and viewers looking to better understand the political dynamics shaping their world.
The Daily
• Work with Chris Cillizza and The Point editor to build weekday newsletter
• Pitch ideas and execute for the newsletter and separate digital pieces that deliver compelling, original content supporting The Point's editorial mission
• Work across CNN Politics beat teams to amplify content that builds on their reporting
• Spot trends and themes in competitive content and social media to brainstorm ideas for content opportunities across platforms (digital text, TV, streaming, audio)
The Essentials
• 4+ years of related experience covering politics and campaigns, preferably for digital outlets
• Ability to generate pitches and find unique angles to build on breaking news
• Excellent writing and reporting skills
• Strong communication skills
• Sound editorial news judgment and an awareness of current political dynamics
• Ability to operate in a fast paced, 24/7 news environment
• Familiarity with newsletter production is a plus
• This position is required to work in person at one of our locations in the United States. WarnerMedia requires anyone working in our workplaces in the US to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemptions to this vaccine requirement are available to those entitled to reasonable accommodations for religious or medical reasons.
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