Job Description

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

The Booker for CNN Global Productions (Events) is a dynamic and resourceful team member responsible for identifying, securing, and managing guests, panelists, and speakers for CNN’s live events and related content. Reporting to the Senior Director and working closely with the Executive Producer and event planning teams, the Booker plays a key role in shaping the editorial and experiential impact of CNN’s events. This position requires strong influencing skills, talent management experience, and the ability to thrive under pressure. The Booker will serve as the primary talent liaison during events and will be proactive in building and maintaining a robust network of contacts and potential contributors.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Research, identify, and secure high-profile and relevant guests, panelists, and speakers for CNN events and associated content.

• Work closely with the Senior Director, Executive Producer, and event planning teams to align talent selection with event themes and objectives.

• Act as the main point of contact for talent before, during, and after events, ensuring a seamless experience for all participants.

• Build and maintain a diverse and extensive network of industry contacts, thought leaders, and potential speakers.

• Negotiate appearance details, schedules, and logistics with talent and their representatives.

• Support the development of event content by suggesting and booking compelling contributors.

• Remain agile and responsive to last-minute changes, demonstrating composure and problem-solving skills under pressure.

• Represent CNN professionally in all interactions with talent and external partners.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in booking, talent management, or guest coordination, preferably in media, events, or news environments.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Proactive, resourceful, and able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.

• Passion for news, current affairs, and live events.

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 a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

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