Publicist-CNN Morning Programming

About the role

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.

Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

Your New Role

This fast-paced communications expert will work collaboratively within the CNN Worldwide communications teams to support the strategic publicity efforts around morning programming. The role requires strategic thinking, high organizational talents 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.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Support the strategic publicity efforts for CNN morning programming (5am-12p ET), including drafting and distributing guest listings, broadcast transcripts, video segments and ratings.
• Research and pitch creative placements, interviews, stories, and speaking opportunities for CNN journalists and anchors.
• Coordinate and strategize with teams across the division and wider communications team as necessary.
• Maintain accurate anchor bios, headshots, and fact sheets about anchors, journalists and programs.
• Maintain press lists and create targeted press lists based on bookings and news events.
• Partner on internal events and employee engagement activities. Support event planning and execution for industry and company events.
• Collaborate with the department to ensure all documents are maintained and distributed in a timely manner with key stakeholders.
• Help manage PR campaigns for assigned projects – spanning CNN linear and digital – from development to implementation, with oversight/guidance from the wider team.
• Regularly track media coverage and gather media recap reports.

Additional information

Qualifications & Experience… - 3-4 years of experience, preferably with a media, news or public relations/publicity organization.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and stellar attention to detail.
• Strong, polished interpersonal skills and ability to work with talent and executives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interest in and understanding of news and politics with excellent judgement.
• Existing relationships with press covering media, news or politics preferred.
• Public relations agency experience preferred.
• Prior administrative experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and team-player.
• Four-year college degree preferred.
• High-level proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Slack.

Some Important Details

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.

Hiring Salary Range

$70,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package.

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.