Executive Editor - Wires & Row, CNN Row
This very senior position within the CNN newsroom requires a broad world
view, exceptional news judgment, writing, editing and diplomatic skills.
This Executive Editor must possess a thorough understanding of
journalism ethics, libel and fair use law. He or she must be a natural
leader, but be willing to work within a very collegial structure.
Applicants should have at least ten years experience, including both
field newsgathering and news production. Copy-editing and reporter
script supervision experience is a must.

The Executive Editor is responsible for day-to-day management of the
Row, CNN’s correspondent script approval and vetting operation, and The
CNN Wire, the company’s internal system for distributing editorial
information. The Executive Editor coordinates closely with all the CNN
networks’ program producers and the domestic and international
assignment desks to ensure consistency in our reporting content.

The Executive Editor sets priorities for the Row team and help provide
editorial leadership for the network. Working with the Executive
Producers on the Row team, the Executive Editor will supervise and
engage in the checking of scripts for clarity, story-telling, balance,
compliance with CNN standards and legal requirements.
Working with the shift-leaders, copy-editors and writers, the Executive
Editor will ensure the quality of the offerings from the CNN Wire, help
set priorities on which stories the wires team covers, and advocate for
the CNN Wire clients within the unit.

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