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Manager, Strategic Partnerships, CNN

Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros. Discovery

Sales & Business Development
USD 82,768-153,712 / year
Posted on Jul 30, 2025

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!

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…

CNN's is seeking a results-driven Strategic Partnerships Manager to help achieve our ambitious product, user, and revenue goals. Reporting to the Director of Business Development and Strategy, this key role is responsible for managing third-party relationships focused on driving revenue, engaging audiences and enhancing CNN’s ability to deliver premium user experiences.

The individual will develop a portfolio of off-platform partnerships (including social platform and Big Tech partners), as well as identity, evaluate, negotiate and prospect new ones. This role will work closely with CNN’s Digital Product & Services leadership, strategy, product & technology, and cross-functional leaders across the company.

The ideal candidate is passionate about digital media, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to collaborate across teams to drive measurable business impact.

Your Role Accountabilities…

  • Day-to-day partner management: Manage, optimize and provide regular reporting on current social, product, and technology partnerships, constantly creating new and innovative ways to create more value for CNN.

  • Internal leadership: Work cross-functionally across the organization to grow existing partnerships, analyze business opportunities and strike new partnerships, and keep internal stakeholders informed throughout the partnership lifecycle.

  • Deal flow and execution: Originate and negotiate partnerships with third-party technology and product partners; work closely with Finance and Legal teams on term sheets, contracts, and best practices in deal making.

  • Strategy: Provides counsel to internal and external stakeholders about how CNN’s journalism and digital offerings can be leveraged to create engaging, innovative, products and services worth paying for

Qualifications & Experience…

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience; advanced degree a plus.

  • 5-7+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, management consulting or related fields. Experience working for a digital publisher and/or previous experience working for a major technology company preferred.

  • Demonstrated experience developing business partnerships and supporting cross-functional initiatives, preferably in media or digital industries.

  • Strong business and financial acumen, and superior analytical and writing skills

  • Experience working with stakeholders in fast-paced, results-driven environments.

  • Understanding of digital news, emerging technology, subscriptions, and advertising business models

  • Background in media, tech, or consumer products industries preferred

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, 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: $82,768.00 - $153,712.00 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.