Sr. Director, Podcasts

CNN

New York, New York, US
$156,100.00 - $289,900.00 salary py; bonus/equity:...
Video and audio podcasting expertise
Podcast portfolio management
Video-first podcast formats
This role is responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and production of CNN’s podcasts across video and audio, with a strong emphasis on video-first formats

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and production of CNN’s podcasts across video and audio, with a strong emphasis on video-first formats.
  • The Senior Director of Podcasts will guide a portfolio of flagship news, franchise and personality-driven shows; raise creative and production standards; and ensure that CNN’s podcasts are distinctive, audience-focused and commercially viable.
  • Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Matching Summary

This role is responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and production of CNN’s podcasts across video and audio, with a strong emphasis on video-first formats.

Salary

$156,100.00 - $289,900.00 salary per year; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives; Benefits: Health insurance, wellness program, life/disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid holidays/sick/vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Video and audio podcasting expertise
  • Podcast portfolio management
  • Video-first podcast formats
  • Editorial and strategic vision
  • Audience-focused content development

Nice-to-have

  • Thrives at intersection of journalism, audience, innovation
  • Collaborative, high-performing team culture
  • Change management in fast-paced media

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years experience in video journalism and podcasting
  • 5+ years leadership experience managing creative teams
  • Experience developing, launching, and managing successful podcasts
  • Strong editorial judgment and storytelling instincts
  • Ability to use audience insights and analytics

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