Warner Bros Discovery Inc is hiring: Copy Editor, Streaming (Temporary) in Atlan
Warner Bros Discovery Inc, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30301
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.
Your New Role
CNN seeks a talented Copy Editor to join the Newsroom Editorial team!
Your Role Accountabilities...
* The Copy Editor will help support the production of all things Video On demand on CNN's streaming platforms.
* The copy editor checks scripts for accuracy, style, balance and conformity according to CNN standards. Copy editors may be called upon to write some scripts This includes checking source material, verifying font and tape information and printing scripts when they are ready for air.
* The copy editor is expected to be a close adviser to the producer on any editorial issues or problems that arise with assigned scripts.
* Editing copy so scripts are easy to understand, more interesting and more user-friendly. Work toward compelling, conversational anchor copy that is accurate and up to date.
Your Qualifications & Experience
* 5 years full time broadcast news writing and/or editing preferred.
* Four-year college degree or equivalent in proven industry experience required.
* Editing skills-checking accuracy, balance, language, style.
* Ability to produce quality work quickly.
* Flexibility-ability to adapt during breaking news, ability to adapt to program or anchor style and rewrite when necessary.
* Must be eager, cooperative, energetic, team-oriented.
* Leads writer team and takes active role in many aspects of program preparation.
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.
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