Manager, Awards - CNN

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Accountabilities… Lead CNN's annual awards strategy and execution across approximately 150 competitions, managing the process from eligibility review and submission through nominations, ceremonies and post-awards communications. Partner with editorial leadership to develop submission strategies, recommend competitive categories and identify the strongest entries across CNN Worldwide programming. Develop expertise in awards rules, eligibility requirements and category strategy to ensure submissions are competitive, accurate and compliant, serving as a trusted resource on awards strategy across CNN Worldwide. Manage all aspects of the submission process, including entry forms, editorial materials, video clips, photography, supporting documentation and required assets while meeting firm external deadlines. Partner with editorial, production and communications teams to identify competitive submissions and gather supporting materials. Exercise strong judgment in evaluating eligibility, interpreting competition rules and making recommendations on submission and crediting decisions in consultation with editorial, production, communications and legal partners. Complete accurate submissions in accordance with eligibility requirements and manage all supporting materials, including video clips, photography, production credits, and required documentation while meeting firm external deadlines. Gather, organize and produce nomination and submission materials, including editing clip packages and coordinating supporting assets. Serve as CNN's primary liaison with awards organizations, maintaining strong relationships and resolving eligibility, credit and submission questions. Manage and maintain the awards budget tracker across all projects, ensuring accurate and up-to-date visibility into project costs, commitments and overall budget status. Lead ceremony logistics, including nominee communications, executive attendance, publicist coordination, credentials and red-carpet planning. Partner with Communications, Marketing and Production teams to support awards events, including talent participation, promotional materials and industry outreach. Create and