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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.
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Your New Role...
Reporting directly to the Vice President, Editorial & Content Strategy, the Mexico City Bureau Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the bureau's operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality news production at a major CNNE hub, effective staff management, and seamless coordination across the CNN office and the rest of the network. This person is also the CNN representative to the local WBD office.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Editorial
- Develop daily story ideas and production strategies from the region to enhance network content.
- Collaborate with reporters, producers, and digital editing teams to craft compelling stories.
- Oversee newsroom operations and promptly address any editorial issues.
Staff Management
- Manage employee-related matters, including performance reviews, and foster a motivated and high-performing team.
- Ensure production and newsgathering teams across linear and digital are functioning efficiently.
- Foster a community of growth and high morale in the Mexico City bureau.
Special Events
- Oversee the planning and execution of major event coverage in Mexico and the region, from initial coordination through to budget approval and on-site production for special assignments as needed.
Communication & Collaboration
- Clearly communicate coverage plans and updates to both the Mexico City bureau staff and CNNe Teams.
- Strengthen partnerships between CNNE teams in Mexico City with the wider network. Liaise with various departments and regional bureaus to ensure cohesive production and coverage efforts.
Qualifications & Experience...
- A minimum of 7 years of editorial experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in Hispanic Television.
- Deep understanding of the Hispanic audience, including insights into the history, key events, and cultural nuances of Latin American and Hispanic communities.
- Strong working knowledge of production and studio operations, digital platforms, and news gathering.
- Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule dictated by the fast-paced news cycle and tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with emerging technology and digital platforms.
- Fluency in both Spanish and English.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively.
- This job description is designed to attract a seasoned professional who can lead the Mexico City Bureau with strategic vision, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to quality journalism while fostering strong internal and external partnerships.
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 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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, union status, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.
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