Writer, CNNI at Warner Bros. Discovery New York, NY

October 17, 2026

Writer, CNNI – Warner Bros. Discovery Location: New York, NY.Overview Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media company that builds stories for audiences worldwide. The Company is looking for a writer to join CNN International’s “Quest Means Business” team.Role Summary CNN International is seeking a writer for Quest Means Business to deliver smart, engaging scripts that transform complex business stories into bold, distinctive television.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 stories on a variety of topics, including leading international and business news.Effectively coordinate script, live shot and interview elements with APs and/or producer.Communicate effectively with remote teams in Atlanta/London.Support New York anchors.Qualifications & Experience Must have a BA or equivalent work experience.At least one year of experience as a full‑time newsroom writer or successful completion of writer training in a CNN newsroom.The candidate must have a thorough understanding and proven experience in handling international stories.Successful candidates will demonstrate an active interest in business news.Must have the flexibility to work different shifts, including evenings, overnights and weekends.Pay Range and Benefits Pay Range: $70,000.00 – $130,000.00 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, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation.Equal Opportunity Employer 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 are 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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