Job Position(s): Director, Business Affairs - WBTV

 

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…

Serves as day-to-day business affairs executive on behalf of Warner Bros. production entities.  Negotiates actors, writer, producer, director, and a variety of licensee deals, all in connection with the production of various television series.  Also, interacts with various internal executives, producers, agents, lawyers and/or managers.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Negotiates actor, writer, producer, director, and licensee deals, as well as development deals of all types with agents, entertainment attorneys, and outlet/buyer counterparts.  
• Serves as day-to-day business affairs executive on behalf of various Warner Bros. production entities during the development and production process, with such television series ranging across a variety of licensee platforms.
• Prepares and distributes deal memos, agreements, amendments and short form contracts, as well as maintain department policy documents and updating actor templates.
• Provides regular status updates with respect to deals, both to internal groups as well as talent/producers.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience…

Work Experience

Minimum of 2 years entertainment experience as a manager/attorney, preferably at a studio.

Television Business Affairs experience strongly preferred.

Law firm experience a plus

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

JD required

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of Windows, Excel, and Microsoft Word required.

Knowledge of report and letter format.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.

Other Requirements

Ability to communicate on all levels in a collaborative environment.

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.

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: $117,600.00 – $218,400.00 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.