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…

CNN is the world's most essential and engaging source of video and digital news, and we're embarking on a crucial mission to invent the next generation of news and information experiences to inform, engage, and empower the world. We have a unique ability to marry content, design, product, and technology to spark connection, fulfill utility, and build community. With our consumer and facts-first strategy, we’re developing new platforms and formats that put CNN’s talent, expertise, and content programming directly in the hands of consumers.

Your Role Accountabilities…

A Studio Operator (Staff With Advanced Training) or SWAT Studio Operator is a lead operator with advanced training.
Responsible for operation of all the necessary and advanced studio equipment and supporting equipment for all shows, live shots, and remote productions across CNN networks.
Function as the sole individual responsible for flash studio and sub-control room operation for single or multiple camera inserts for network shows.
Shades and chips cameras, maintains studio, routes and maintains quality of incoming and outgoing video and audio.
Able to multitask by operating several cameras simultaneously and communicating across all CNN networks.
Provides in-depth training to less knowledgeable staff while helping to troubleshoot and train on new technologies. Able to train new employees.

Qualifications & Experience…

Minimum 5 years’ experience in broadcast television environment (cable network, affiliate station, production house) engaged in multiple camera production. News production preferred.
Proficient in using a studio robotic camera system
Proficient at camera shading and chipping
Knowledge of routing systems and transmission
Able to work well with others, exercises diplomacy and has a strong work ethic
CNN is a 24/7 news operation and this position will include working on weekend shows

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.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Studio Operator (SWAT), CNN

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