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…
CNN is seeking a Manager to join the Brand Activation & Events team based in New York. The Manager is responsible for spearheading the planning and execution of activations across CNN’s portfolio of programs and products, as well as supporting employee engagements and executive initiatives.
The role requires the ability to lead strategically, while also being hands-on in the day-to-day needs of planning and execution. The Manager should have the ability to manage workstreams effectively and efficiently, think independently and creatively, and have exceptional attention to detail and strong organization skills. Candidates need to have a healthy interest in the news and the media industry, an adaptability to adjust to a fast-paced environment, along with familiarity with CNN’s networks and platforms.
This position will be in our Hudson Yards office in New York with a Monday-Thursday in-office work schedule, remote on Fridays.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Project manage all aspects of assigned activations, including timelines, briefs, budgets, production requirements, list management, event execution and post-event reports
Oversee existing vendor relationships to maintain production quality throughout all projects, activations, and events and ensure on time deliveries within budget
Scout new vendors and venues to allow for competitive advantages for the brand
Develop and grow talent relations initiatives and programs including creating and maintaining gifting databases, tracking milestones, and managing gifting inventory
Oversee companywide premium ordering and swag inventory for department
Communicate effectively with cross functional stakeholders including creative marketing, production, publicity, partnerships, programming, social, digital and streaming
Provide comprehensive project recaps and performance reports for senior leadership team
Partner with finance to accurately manage departmental budgets, reconciling invoices and expense tracking
Participate in brainstorm sessions and drive innovation within the team to create new event experiences
Qualifications & Experience…
6-8 years of direct experience in event production and management
Bachelor's Degree and/or relevant experience.
Proven experience executing large-scale events and activations, including vendor management and budget oversight
Strong knowledge of venues and vendors across the U.S.
Ability to multi-task and be highly productive in a fast-paced environment
Excels in a dynamic team, and can communicate effectively to a variety of stakeholders
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to think outside of the box and creatively ideate in support and development of existing and new activation plans
Experience in building presentations and presenting in group settings
Proficient in the SplashThat Event Registration Platform and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the year, including weekends and holidays
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: $77,840.00 - $144,560.00 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.
