Manager, Technical Operations [Atlanta]
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to managerial responsibilities in a dynamic environment and potential technical growth opportunities.
- Opportunities in technical and managerial growth
- Engage with cutting-edge broadcast technology
- Collaborate with a diverse technical workforce
- Job involves significant responsibilities and on-call duties
Pros
- Opportunities for technical and managerial growth
- Engagement with advanced broadcast technologies
- Collaboration with diverse technical teams
Cons
- Managerial roles can be demanding and require significant time commitment
- On-call responsibilities may disrupt work-life balance
- High-pressure situations may arise during live productions
Who it's for
Mid-senior level • On-site with flexibility
Good fit
- Technical managers in the entertainment field
- Leaders passionate about broadcast innovation
- Individuals desiring to work in a high-paced environment
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without relevant experience
- Those preferring structured, predictable roles
- Individuals who struggle with work under pressure
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
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Warner Bros. Discovery seeks a Manager, Technical Operations within CNN. The Manager, Technical Operations is a broad job title that encompasses a great variety of skills and assignments.
As CNN T ech Ops Manager is responsible for the business area as assigned and partnering with business customers to meet programming and production needs, including facilities management, technology management and staff management. Managers are required to remain current in their respective network areas of responsibility as well as having ''broad- knowledge '' enough to cover other technical Managers. Managers are also responsible for leading a staff team and directly managing a supervisor and functional area to meet needs of business and programming requirements, working closely to schedule, troubleshoot, and provide performance feedback for the assigned network staff. Managers are on call 24x7 for emergencies and staff coverage. Travel on remotes as necessary.
Your Role Accountabilities...
• Managing facilities, scheduled staff, and technology to support assigned network. Respond to daily programming and production needs of network and partner with client to support requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Tech Ops Mgmt. team to ensure technical facilities are operational and follow-up on production issues and maintain quality control. Use discrepancy data to identify areas for improvement and support networks data entry processes.
• Oversee technical area of supervision managing and scheduling Tech. Ops. staff to meet programming and production needs. Daily supervision of staff & networking assigned , including performance development and management, training, vacation and sick call coverage.
• Overall management of entire functional area including supervisor and staff Partner with other managers to develop and implement best practices across newsgroup networks.
• Strategic technical and workflow projects (Studio and Control room rebuilds, changes in technology, show launches, etc. Equipment installation and maintenance) .
• Ensure supporting network is ready and prepared for BCP initiatives and backup procedures for control rooms and areas of expertise .
Qualifications & Experience...
You are a strong multitasker and have the skills to handle prioritizing and executing multiple requests at the same time. Knowledge of control room and studio systems is required. Must work well under pressure and be able to show strong teamwork capabilities as part of a studio team. Willingness to learn and embrace new technologies. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills a must.
• Four-year degree from accredited university preferred
• At least 5 years management experience or comparable leadership experience
• Significant industry experience in a live news environment
• Fluent in Windows-based applications
• Familiar with all aspects of live TV, pre and post-production Project Management experience
• Experience in a technical position (video/audio)
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
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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.
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