Communications Manager

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. To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on  Instagram  and  X ! Your New Role… Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications, the Communications Manager develops and executes high-impact publicity campaigns across CNN Originals, including CNN Original Series and CNN Films; franchises including  Have I Got News for You  and Variety and CNN’s  Actors on Actors ; and internally produced programming including  The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper , CNN FlashDocs and CNN Heroes.

Accountabilities… Manage day-to-day press strategy and media relations for CNN Originals, working closely with programming teams, executive producers, talent and internal stakeholders. Develop campaign strategies and identify compelling narratives and publicity opportunities that build awareness of CNN programming and talent throughout a title’s lifecycle. Write and distribute press releases, media alerts, press notes, talking points, briefing documents and other communications materials. Proactively develop, frame and pitch stories to targeted media across entertainment and media trades, national and consumer press, newspapers, magazines, television, radio, podcasts and digital outlets, as well as newsletters, creators and other emerging media platforms. Build and maintain strong relationships with reporters, editors, producers, podcast bookers, creators and other influential media voices. Serve as a primary source of information for media covering CNN Originals and their on-air hosts and executive producers, responding to requests accurately and under deadline. Secure, schedule and staff CNN Originals hosts and talent interviews, appearances, speaking engagements, festival panels, press junkets, premieres and other promotional opportunities. Coordinate closely with teams across CNN, including Programming, Digital, Social, Audience, On-Air, Marketing, Scheduling and the broader Communications organization, to align campaign timing, messaging, talent participation and promotional opportunities. Maintain and distribute campaign documents, interview schedules, briefing materials and status updates to key stakeholders in a timely manner. Support CNN Originals awards campaigns by identifying editorial opportunities and pitching targeted stories that strengthen consideration among awards voters and industry audiences. Manage travel logistics for CNN Originals hosts and talent, including commercial and private air travel, hotels and ground transportation, while troubleshooting schedule changes, delays and other time-sensitive issues. Create comprehensive talent itineraries incorporating air and ground travel, accommodations, greeters, hair and makeup schedules, interview details and event logistics for the annual Upfront presentation, festivals, conventions, awards shows, press junkets, panels and premieres. Support guest-list development and RSVP management for CNN events,