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.

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Your New Role...

CNN seeks a Talent Executive Assistant to provide a range of administrative support to show Anchor(s). The ideal candidate is someone who is proactive, polished, professional, and eager; someone able to prioritize while handling a demanding, ever-changing calendar for the Anchor(s). Importantly, to be successful, the Talent Executive Assistant must be able to work with high-profile executives and guests with ease, and exercise good judgement and discretion. Additionally, someone who is energetic and brings a positive demeanor while working autonomously, and problem-solves when all the details may not be available.

 Your Role Accountabilities...

This position represents the Anchor talent and interacts with department employees, senior management, other Bureaus and Corporate, high-profile talent and political figures, as well as numerous internal and external clients which requires a high level of diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Responsible for all administrative functions, from the mundane to the very complex schedule and calendar

Schedule appointments, maintain and update daily calendar. Organize and coordinate meetings, including preparation and distribution of briefing materials, agendas, notes and handouts.

Arrange travel, transportation, and hotel accommodations via our corporate travel company, and manage all up-to-the minute changes including those during off hours. Manage and monitor travel prep and travel with talent, performing administrative tasks and errands.

Coordinate with other department executive and administrative assistants to provide support for the Anchor.

Answer and screen calls, route callers, take messages, respond to internal and external inquiries, and provide routine information within the scope of authority.

Coordinate and manage autonomously with all departments which involve the talent (show teams, public relations, special productions, etc.)

Manage expense reports, purchase orders, and check requests. Monitor monthly expenses, reconcile budget, and refer discrepancies for resolution in a timely manner.

Compose emails, forms, procedures, proposals, and other documents and correspondence, as appropriate.

Prepare or assist in the preparation of presentations and/or briefing documents.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience...

Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study or an equivalent combination of skills, training, and experience is preferred.

Minimum five years’ executive or talent administrative experience.

Must be willing to be on-call on a 24x7 basis, reachable by mobile phone, Slack, email, apps, etc.

Must be proficient in Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, G Suite, Google docs, Slack, Zoom, Box, Dropbox, and database management.

Candidate must be able to communicate effectively at the executive level and brief internal and external stakeholders.

The candidate must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational and administrative management skills.

Must be up to date on current/world events.

Must be familiar with political calendar and events.

Candidate must also demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, intellectual curiosity, and an ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.

Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills required.

Ability to initiate and follow-through on tasks independently – strong self-starter who will take charge and provide support to Anchor(s) in an efficient manner.

Ability to multitask, assess priorities and always maintain composure and diplomacy.

Must adhere to significant confidentiality strictures; must be discreet.

Must have legal status to work in the United States.

Must have the ability to travel at a moment’s notice with talent, team, and/or executives.

Must possess superb integrity and professionalism.

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 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.

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: $54,673.00 - $101,535.00 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.