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 an organized and proactive Project Manager to oversee all A/V campaigns in support of CNN's direct-to-consumer product. This role will work closely with the Project Managers for Design and Growth, optimizing processes and helping to bring successful campaigns to life. The Project Manager will collaborate with creative directors and writer/producers within the CNN Brand Marketing team to ensure seamless execution of A/V marketing initiatives.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Campaign Oversight: Manage and oversee all A/V campaigns, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery of campaign assets.
Process Optimization: Work closely with the Project Managers for Design and Growth to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and enhance collaboration across teams.
Collaboration: Partner with creative directors and writer/producers to support the development and execution of creative A/V content for marketing campaigns.
Performance Tracking: Monitor campaign performance and provide insights to improve future initiatives, leveraging data-driven decision-making to enhance outcomes.
Coverage: Serve as backup for Marketing/Project Managers during their absences. Utilize internal system for booking post-production resources as needed. Assign projects to Designers.
Project Planning: Proactively prepare for upcoming projects, schedule kick off calls with all essential employees while effectively accommodating all last-minute deadlines and quick turn projects ensuring on time and on budget delivery.
Project Coordination: Coordinate project timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout the campaign lifecycle.
Qualifications & Experience...
5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in a media or marketing environment.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and responsibly in a fast-paced news environment. Needs to be self-starter.
Agency or post house experience a plus.
Familiarity with A/V production processes and digital media tools.
Proficiency in Airtable and other project management software and tools.
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Media, or a related field.
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.