Researcher (Temporary)

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

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...

We are looking for a Researcher (Temporary) to join our team based in New York. Successful candidates will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail and broad curiosity about the world. We are looking for a fast and graceful writer.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Find and research creative and current story ideas and guests

• Conduct research and fact-check for all information that goes on the air on GPS

• Assist Fareed Zakaria in research for his columns, blogposts and other writing

• Suggest stories, prepare research to support story preparation and find examples to illustrate trend stories

• Perform some light administrative work for Fareed

• With the executive producer and others, perform general quality control checks on the show before it is determined ready for air.

Qualifications & Experience...

• Proficient in use of the internet; excellent communication skills; self-starter, self-motivated; strong news judgment and research skills

• Substantial practical experience using the web for research is required

• Ability to comfortably work with diverse personalities in often intense newsroom situations

• Minimum educational requirement: 4-year college degree (bachelor's degree or international equivalent)

• Excellent communication skills - assertive yet diplomatic with the ability to make quick decisions under pressure, solve problems creatively, work independently and efficiently.

• The ability to multi-task, and switch gears elegantly based on changing needs and deadlines

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 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.

The Legal Bits…

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: $48,048.00 - $89,232.00 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. 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, 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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at .