News Associate - Rotational Program

Job Description

CNN DC News Associate – Rotational Program

The Job
• 15 - month editorial training program in a D. C . CNN newsroom.
• Works with Newsroom management to support news coverage and show production.
• DC News Associates will p rint scripts for anchors, operate the Teleprompter and greet guests.
• Work with live producers, show staffs and reporters on live shots, show production, and coverage of live events.
• Work with digital teams on research ing and writing stories for CNN.com.
• Monitor a variety of sources, including social media, wires and local news to assist in newsgathering efforts.
• Conduct research at the direction of producers and desk management, which may include identifying video or digital stories.
• Pitch stories for various CNN networks and platforms.
• This program is paid, with eligibility for some benefits.
• Full - time employment is not guaranteed at the end of the program.

​The Essentials
• A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
• At least one internship in a news environment and previous newsroom experience is preferred.
• Strong general news judgment and editorial skills.
• Strong writing skills
• Should have the ability to multi - task and make fast decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Candidate should be computer literate and have a working knowledge of socia l media.
• CNN newsrooms are staffed 24 hours a day. Candidates should be prepared to work
onsite in D . C . for various shifts including overnights and weekends.

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: $20 per hour.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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.

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