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.
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Your New Role...
CNN seeks a skilled Talent Executive Assistant to temporarily support the Fareed Zakaria GPS team in New York!
Your Role Accountabilities...
- Provide a full range of administrative support to show anchor(s) including, but not limited to: arrange travel, maintain Outlook calendar, schedule meetings, prepare expense reports, answer and screen calls, maintain file system, sort and manage mail, draft correspondence, and process invoices.
- Effectively coordinate the anchor's schedule along with appropriate show staff, hair & makeup staff, and all other necessary parties to ensure shoots and meetings are executed seamlessly.
- Greet guests.
- Coordinate all commitments to CNN. Conduct production research and editorial support required as needed. Assist with the team's social media presence.
Qualifications & Experience
- Three years of strong senior/executive level on-air talent support experience required
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) a must.
- Ability to quickly learn and quickly adapt to change
- 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
- Must thrive in a fast-paced environment and able to manage many projects/tasks at once with ease and poise
- Must be willing to be on-call on a 24x7 basis, reachable by mobile phone
- Must have a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration, plus the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Individual must be pro-active and able to prioritize while handling a demanding, ever-changing calendar for the anchor
- Excellent communication (both verbal and written) skills are required
- Must be extremely well organized and work efficiently in high-stress environments
- 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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
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: $59,259.00 - $110,053.00 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.