VP, Visuals & Design, CNN

_Welcome to Warner Bros. Discoveryu2026 the stuff dreams are made of._ Who We Areu2026 When we say, u201cthe stuff dreams are made of,u201d weu2019re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBDu2019s 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 whatu2019s nextu2026 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 CNN. THE WORLD'S MOST ESSENTIAL AND ENGAGING SOURCE OF DIGITAL NEWS. We are in the midst of rapid transformation and need our next generation of innovators, makers, and dreamers who will lead and drive our growth. We aim to make the world a better, more connected place. Your New Role u2026 CNN is seeking a Vice President of Visuals & Design, CNN to lead its Visuals & Design divisions and collaborate closely with cross-functional reporting teams across the newsroom. This leadership role is responsible for guiding visuals, shaping the visual identity of CNNu2019s daily news coverage, and leading the day-to-day operations of visual storytelling across breaking news, features, and enterprise reporting. It requires a mission-driven leader with a strong record of defining and executing a clear creative and strategic vision aligned with both editorial priorities and business objectives. We are looking for an innovative leader who understands the critical role visuals play in the evolving landscape of journalism; can create content that connects with audiences across platforms; leverages data and insights to amplify the impact of our journalism; and can champion CNNu2019s continued digital transformation, including the responsible adoption of new technologies and AI-driven tools. The ideal candidate will have a history of recruiting, developing, and inspiring top-tier talentu2014including data reporters, graphic artists, designers, and newsroom app developersu2014and will uphold the highest standards of accuracy, ethics, and rigorous reporting. They will foster collaboration across teams and lead effectively within complex, fast-moving newsroom environments. Above all, this leader will be deeply committed to advancing CNNu2019s mission and elevating its visual storytelling across all platforms. Your Role Accountabilities u2026 Editorial Vision & Visual Strategy u00b7 Set and execute an ambitious, innovative editorial vision for Visuals Design that upholds the highest journalistic standards. u00b7 Elevate the role of visuals in CNNu2019s coverage across all platforms in close partnership with editorial leadership. u00b7 Ensure delivery of high-impact visual storytelling aligned with CNNu2019s editorial priorities, voice, and identity. u00b7 Strengthen and maintain a cohesive visual brand across platforms and products. Newsroom Leadership & Operations u00b7 Lead daily operations for visuals across news, enterprise, investigative, and features coverage. u00b7 Collaborate across the newsroom to ensure visual projects are fair, transparent, accurate, and sharply framed. u00b7 Manage teams through ongoing organizational change. u00b7 Foster a collaborative, communicative culture that supports innovation and excellence. Talent, Culture & Creative Excellence u00b7 Recruit, develop, and retain top creative and editorial talent, inspiring a diverse team to innovate and collaborate in new ways. u00b7 Provide continuous feedback, coaching, and creative direction to drive quality and innovation across teams. Audience, Data & Performance u00b7 Set performance metrics for visuals that support audience growth, engagement, and business goals. u00b7 Leverage audience insights and analytics to guide content strategy and maximize reach, engagement, and conversion. Product, Technology & Cross-Functional Partnerships u00b7 Partner with Product, Editorial, Programming, Data and other teams to develop and execute a multi-platform visual content strategy aligned with business objectives. u00b7 Guide the responsible adoption of AI tools across visuals workflows and products. Management, Resources & Infrastructure u00b7 Manage budgets, software tools, external partnerships, and overall resource allocation to support strategic priorities. Qualifications & Experienceu2026 u00b7 12-15+ years of experience in visual media, journalism, or digital storytelling, with a strong emphasis on digital and multi-platform work. u00b7 5+ years of senior leadership experience managing large, multi-layered editorial and creative teams in complex newsroom environments. u00b7 Bacheloru2019s degree or higher in Journalism, Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. u00b7 Exceptional editorial judgment and strong news instincts, with the ability to make clear, timely decisions in high-pressure situations. u00b7 An effective, inspirational leader who understands how to build high-performing teams and scalable systems for content creation. u00b7 Strong data fluency, using analytics and audience insights to help guide decisions. u00b7 Deep fluency in graphics, programming, illustration, and design, with the ability to lead, evaluate, and partner with specialized teams, and a strong awareness of emerging technologies shaping the industry. u00b7 Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and align stakeholders at all levels. u00b7 Demonstrated ability to manage complex, interdependent, and matrixed relationships across editorial, product, technology, and business teams. u00b7 Comfort operating in a fast-paced, 24/7 news environment with a distributed workforce. How We Get Things Doneu2026 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 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, 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 youu2019re 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. Discoveryu2019s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $185,010.00 - $343,590.00 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.

Created: 2026-03-07