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.
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Responsibilities
The Coordinator, Content Acquisitions role will support the Acquisitions team as it licenses content for WBD's portfolio of platforms & networks. This candidate will be expected to manage the team's content submission process, track status of deals, support Buyers during negotiation process (e.g., with research, proofreading, etc.), input deal terms into internal systems, maintain internal tracking of various types (e.g., studio film slates, exclusivity of active deals, etc.) and spearhead deck / presentation creation for the team.
- Support Buyers during deal / negotiation process with research, information-gathering and proofreading as needed
- Throughout the acquisition process and as a deal is closed, enter pertinent details into all systems and trackers utilized across the teams, keeping data updated, organized and accurate
- Organize and maintain team SharePoint folders with relevant deal documents
- Update/maintain/provide various reports that are required by department management and for weekly meetings
- Act as a point of contact for questions regarding the acquired inventory and prepare ad hoc reports and presentations
- Assist team members on special projects including researching & capturing relevant industry intel and the competitive landscape
- Track upcoming theatricals/series to target for acquisition over the next several years
- Track all content pitched to the team (i.e., screeners, scripts), logging content detail and applicable internal feedback in submission tracker
- Screen movies and series and provide Acquisitions feedback on potential fit for WBD platforms & networks
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and at least 1-2+ years of experience in the field of Entertainment Media
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office with an emphasis on advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Experience working in the industry with a foundation on how streaming and TV business works
- Self-starter who can prioritize and deliver on deadlines with minimal supervision
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and drive them to completion both individually and as a team
- Pro-active thinker with strong communication skills within and across departments
- Exceptional attention to detail in order to manage large data sets and identify key business terms within contracts
- Highly self-motivated with the ability to become an autonomous team player
- Love of movies and TV
- Ability to be in the office, at minimum, 3 days / week
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: $53,202.00 - $98,804.00 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.