Producer I, New York Bureau

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...

Are you a storyteller? Do you want to be integral in delivering news as it happens to a global audience? If so, then this is your job. The Producer I is a part of our frontline in domestic newsgathering constantly dispatched to field assignments. We break news, tell stories and find stories in a fast-paced environment

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Producer I (Field Producer), is responsible for covering both breaking news in real time, as well as generating, pitching and executing creative, enterprise reporting and story ideas for linear and digital platforms.
• This role is a weekend position, working hand in hand with our weekend team in the field and in the office to generate unique content and respond to breaking news on the weekend.
• The Producer I will hit the road often at a moment's notice and must be ready to collaborate with the rest of the weekend teams, including correspondents, writers, editors, show producers and photojournalists.
• They identify and develop stories, interview individuals for breaking stories and character-driven enterprise stories, and help to write text stories and scripts for digital and linear platforms.
• While extensive experience shooting video is not required, a willingness to learn and develop shooting and editing skills is required of any candidate.
• The Producer I will be expected to shoot elements for stories and eventually shoot entire digital video stories.

Qualifications & Experience...

• At least 2-4 years hands on producing on a network level or major market experience.
• Ability to shoot video. Familiarity with FX6 preferred though not required. Knowledge of Adobe Premiere is also preferable, although not required.
• Excellent writing skills, someone with a record of identifying and producing character driven, textured pieces with reporters.
• Must possess great research and digging skills.
• Experience working with correspondents and photojournalists in the field is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced news environment that is 24 hours/ 365 days a year and a willingness to do frequent and often last minute travel.

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, 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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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: $47,802.00 - $88,776.00 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.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY

Job ID: Discovery-WAMEGLOBALR000098640EXTERNALENGLOBAL

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-23T19:53:38