Manager Live Events Operations

Job Position(s): Manager Live Events 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 Warner Bros. Discovery Live Events Operations Team is seeking a Manager of Live Events Operations to oversee the day-to-day preparation, planning and execution of live event sports and entertainment broadcasts across linear and digital platforms. Manager, Live Events Operations is responsible for the assigned business area and partnering with business customers to meet programming and production needs, including facilities management, technology management and staff management.  Managers are also responsible for leading at least one Shift Supervisor as well as members of the operational staff to meet the needs of business and programming requirements, working closely to schedule, troubleshoot, and provide performance feedback for the assigned staff.  This includes routine upkeep as well as new equipment and/or technology implementation and any processes and/or procedures required to get the job done.  Plays a key role in decision making process for hiring and promotional opportunities.

Your Role Accountabilities…
· Provide leadership, guidance, and set positive examples for team members

· Collaborate with internal and external partners

· Handle scheduling and shift planning at a department level

· Participate in planning, prepping, and testing for live events

· Develop and/or lead training and ongoing performance development goals for the team

· Participate in interview and selection processes for new staff positions

· Lead the culture of positive employee relations and team fellowship

· Act as Event Liaison with clients/partners for On-Air Live Events. Often for more than one event at the same time.  This can include:

· Determine and/or validate all logistics for event execution

· Develop plans to recover air and plan for contingency needs

· Communicate all pertinent information during the planning stages of high-profile events

· Escalate live event discrepancies and issues as needed

· All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experiences…

· Minimum 6 years of experience in a Broadcast Operations/Master Control or other high-pressure live environment

· Minimum 2 years in a leadership role, preferably with direct reports

· College degree or equivalent relevant experience

· Ability and desire to work under pressure and in a 24×7 environment

· Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team

· Broadcast playout automation experience

Desirable Requirements:

· Fluency in Spanish

· Interest in technology and learning new things

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.

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