Bureau Chief

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…

CNN is looking for an experienced journalist and manager, with extensive knowledge of the Israeli / Palestinian story, to take on the role of Jerusalem Bureau Chief. This role will manage both our Jerusalem operation and our newsgathering efforts in Israel and the Palestinian territories.

Working closely with the Directors of News, Video and News Reporting for EMEA, the Jerusalem Bureau Chief will ensure balanced editorial coverage, and maintain CNN relations with government officials and local press across the region.  

This role will be based full time in Jerusalem.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• In this senior editorial role you will ensure the delivery of high-quality, multi-platform content focusing on Israel and the Palestinian territories.

• In conjunction with VP News EMEA you will oversee all content delivered from the Jerusalem Bureau, ensuring CNN’s coverage of Israel and the Palestinian Territories upholds the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and objectivity.

• You will manage and be responsible for all CNN staff and freelancers based across the region ensuring the team’s skillsets are suited to the demands of a multi-platform news organisation.

• The Bureau Chief will oversee and manage Bureau logistics and all associated technical operations, including responsibility for security equipment and deployment as needed in the region, working with the Director of Security.  

• You will be responsible for working with PR to manage the external reputation of the bureau and CNN.

Qualifications & Experience…

• A proven track record in journalism, including hands on field experience across Israeli / Palestinian territories with demonstrable knowledge of the history and complexities of the region.

• The ability to develop talent, with extensive experience producing content across a multi-platform operation.

• Experience of working and directing teams across multiple field operations, with exposure to hostile environments.

• Extensive experience in managing multiple teams both on a permanent and freelance capacity within a breaking news environment under pressure.

• Spoken Hebrew and / or Arabic would be welcomed but not essential.

• Proven crisis management experience

• A proven track record of working in a high-pressure and highly scrutinized environment.

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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability 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.