Executive Administrative Assistant, CNN

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States Warner Bros. Discovery Full time $59,492 - $110,485

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.

Your New Role…

CNN’s Executive Administrative Assistant provides a full range of administrative support to senior executives, ensuring efficient management of executive schedules, communication, and organizational projects. This role involves coordinating executive activities, facilitating communication across departments, and managing confidential information. The Executive Administrator serves as a reliable resource and partner to executives, helping to enhance productivity and support strategic initiatives. This role will need to work seamlessly across CNN and WBD senior executives, employees, high-profile talent and government representatives with ease. Candidates should have an Interest in the news of Washington politics and policy.

Your Role Accountabilities…

  • Manage and maintain executives' schedules, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.

  • Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents for executive review.

  • Handle confidential information with discretion, ensuring data security and privacy.

  • Serve as a primary point of contact between executives, employees, on-air talent and external stakeholders, facilitating clear and timely communication.

  • Screen and direct incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence on behalf of executives.

  • Coordinate and organize meetings, including booking rooms, preparing agendas, and following up on action items.

  • May assist visiting executives and talent with on-site requests and other short turnaround needs including workspace requests, conference room setup, catering, bureau tours and general administrative help with basic technical support.

  • Support special projects by coordinating resources, gathering data, and ensuring timely completion.

  • Conduct political research, prepare summaries and presentations, ensuring accuracy and alignment with executive goals.

  • Coordinate complex travel arrangements, including flights, car service, accommodations, and itineraries, ensuring smooth and efficient travel.

  • Organize and facilitate events, conferences, and team gatherings, handling logistics and vendor communications.

  • Maintain organized filing systems (physical and electronic) for documents, reports, and records.

  • Ensure documents are accessible, up-to-date, and aligned with organizational standards.

  • Track and manage executive expenses, ensuring adherence to budget and expense policies.

  • Prepare and submit expense reports, keeping accurate records and receipts for reimbursement.

Qualifications & Experience…

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field (preferred but not required).

  • Proven experience (typically 5+ years) as an executive assistant, office manager, or similar high-level administrative role.

  • Must be comfortable in a busy newsroom environment with frequent disruptions.

  • You should be extremely organized and work efficiently, with a high level of attention to detail.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and courteous demeanor.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with virtual collaboration tools.

  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, diplomacy, and maintain confidentiality.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work in a 24/7 fast-paced environment.

  • Role requires consistent start times, some flexible evenings and occasional weekend work with overtime.

  • Must be willing to be on-call off hours, reachable by mobile phone

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 the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. 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. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $59,492.00 - $110,485.00 salary per year. 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.

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