Director of Communications

This is a Full Time Job

CNN seeks a Director for the Communications team to manage work across crisis and rapid response, publicity, promotion and media relations. This fast-paced communications expert will work collaboratively within the CNN Worldwide communications teams to support the strategic publicity efforts around programming and news out of the Washington, DC bureau. The role requires strategic thinking, high organizational talent and strong public relations skills. The position provides an opportunity to work with the best journalists in the business and play an integral role in the future of CNN.

This role will work with talent and programming inside CNN's global portfolio, building and managing their brands and journalistic output. They will also support the team in rapid response media relations, collaborating with the CNN Worldwide Communications department.

Your Role Accountabilities…
• Manage strategic publicity efforts for CNN's political talent and programming, including drafting and distributing pitches around editorial reporting across platforms.
• Engage in crisis and strategic response, including direct outreach to members of the press, serving as a key press contact.
• Research and pitch creative placements, interviews, stories, and speaking opportunities for CNN journalists.
• Collaborate with members of the communications team to ensure cohesive strategic messaging and approach to all work is consistent.
• Regularly track media coverage and analyze media coverage.
• Manage complex and unexpected communications challenges with professionalism

Your Qualifications & Experience…
• The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in political or crisis communications, preferably in politics or from a media or technology organization
• Experience building and managing promotion and publicity around high profile talent and VIPs
• Extensive experience in rapid response and crisis communications in the digital age
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with attention to context and detail that effectively communicate a message
• Must have leadership presence and the ability to advise talent and executives
• Seasoned, strategic, hands-on, consultative, and collaborative approach
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

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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: $105,000.00 - $195,000.00 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.