Manager, Publicity and Operations

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 Manager, Publicity & Operations is responsible for spearheading the accounting and budgeting for the Warner Bros. Television Group publicity department as it pertains to the campaigns for the various programs and studios under the Warner Bros. Television Group including Warner Bros. Television, Warner Bros. Unscripted Television, Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios and Hanna Barbera Studios.  The manager also oversees the various vendor relationships and serves as liaison between the internal and external departments as it pertains to expenses and budgeting as well as other operations duties of the publicity department

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Manages billing for the department, and works with all vendors to process and pay invoices including managing the department’s purchasing card(s) and other expenses.   
• In conjunction with the EVP and SVP, responsible for tracking, analyzing , and reporting on Warner Bros. Television Publicity efforts, including reach reporting, earned media valuations, budget tracking, and ROI analysis. 
• Manages vendor accounts and relationships for all aspects of publicity and talent relations in addition to ongoing research and vetting of new and existing services. 
• Liaison with internal and external departments on vendor management and expenses. Conducts ad hoc communications analysis and reporting for other divisions as requested.
• Supports SVP in the research and analysis needed in recommending relevant media contacts, publications and vendors for publicity endeavors.
• Assists with weekly reports and sends out distribution and Identifies new business opportunities for optimizing communications efforts.
• Manages department timecards.  
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience…

Work Experience

• 5 years Office Operations required
• 5+ in the Entertainment field required
• Experience in Publicity preferred

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

• BA/BS or the equivalent experience required

Knowledge/Skills

• Must be able to work independently and efficiently with little supervision.
• Must be able to delegate and supervise another’s work.
• Must be able to communication tactfully and efficiently with all levels of colleagues
• Must possess strong computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office, and Internet browsers.
• Must be well organized and detail oriented.
• Must have the ability to work well under time constraints and pressure.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks.

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: $71,897.00 - $133,524.00 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.

If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.