News Writer, Quest Means Business
CNN
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
Your Role Accountabilities…
• Research, and write compelling, conversational anchor copy for CNNI newscasts.
• Collaborate with Producers on content, formatting scripts, viewing video and graphic elements, and finding relevant sources.
• Write stories on a variety of topics, including leading international and business news
• Pitch original segments and treatments for stories
• Effectively coordinate script, live shot and interview elements with APs and/or Producer
• Communicate effectively with remote teams in Atlanta/London
• Support New York anchors
Qualifications & Experience…
• Must have a BA or equivalent work experience.
• Three years of newsroom experience, including at least one year of experience as a full-time newsroom writer or successful completion of writer training in a CNN newsroom.
• It is important for the candidate to have a thorough understanding and proven experience in handling international stories.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate an active interest in business news
• Must have the flexibility to work different shifts including evenings, overnights and weekends.
Salary/Benefits
$70,070 - $130,130 /year USD
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.
Benefits
• Health insurance coverage
• Employee wellness program
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Vacation
Additional Information
CNN International is a division of CNN that delivers smart, engaging scripts that transform complex business stories into bold, distinctive television.
