Archivist (Collections)

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

The Warner Bros. Discovery Global Media Archives is dedicated to collecting, curating, and exhibiting digital and physical assets created by our productions and other business units. The Archivist is responsible for the inventory and cataloging of our collections, curating exhibitions, and supporting events held as part of the marketing of our original productions.

The Archivist often works individually with little supervision on assigned projects at the direction of the Manager of Archives or at the request of the Director of Archives.  The Archivist may perform basic preservation practices including the selection of items for conservation/restoration, assist in developing archive documentation and procedures, and perform research and answer reference questions about the collection.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Extracts and processes original productions collections, including the inventory and cataloging of assets; executes exhibition and event planning requests, including asset selection, packing, shipping, set up, and then return of Archive assets.
• Performs preservation tasks related to the care and maintenance of Archive objects, such as re-housing, and identifies conservation concerns for special handling.
• Maintains Archive databases and works closely with our Data Services team to improve record-keeping and user searches.
• Photographs, scans, digitizes, or ingests assets and images into Archive asset management systems.
• Trains student interns and temporary staff on Archive collections projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2 years of experience processing special collections in a corporation, archive, or library environment.

• Bachelors or Masters in Archive Science, Museum Studies, or related experience in an archives, preferred
• Excellent written and communication skills with vendors, partners, and staff
• Working knowledge of archival cataloging and descriptive standards
• Working knowledge of preservation standards for archive or museum collections
• Experience processing multiple types of archival materials, including ephemera, digital media, textiles, mixed media, and paper records
• Experience using & developing archives, museum, or library collection management systems, SOPs, RFPs, and POs
• Experience assessing and conserving unique physical art assets
• Knowledge of art and other media restoration and stabilization practices
• Experience managing and executing collection audits
• Experience working with digital assets, including transformation and management software
• Knowledge of film & television history, production design, art history, costume design, and entertainment media
• Knowledge of Warner Bros., New Line, HBO, TBS, and Discovery Original Programming, character names, artists, and performers
• Self-starter with demonstrated initiative, ability to work independently and in groups, and ability to prioritize complex tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to anticipate daily workload expectations and meet and maintain weekly project deadlines
• Experience handling unique and fragile materials
• Exceptional problem solving skills
• Ability to embrace change and adapt to new processes and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to travel

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: $44,408.00 - $82,472.00 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.