Executive Assistant, Unscripted Development

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…

To provide administrative support to the Senior Vice President’s, Development Warner Horizon & Telepictures

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Schedules appointments, meetings, etc.

• Answers telephones and places calls.

• Assist with researching clips, images, etc for developing creative materials.

• Prepares documents such as correspondence and expense reports and proofreads, photocopies and distributes material.

• Maintains weekly tracking grids for all shows in production and development.

• Communicates program details and coordinates flow of information to other departments including Production, Legal, PR and Marketing.

• Log and track incoming pitch submissions and international formats to ensure timely response and accurate record keeping.

• Handles distribution of rough-cuts and other important show content to senior executives and maintains back ups for all development material.

• Direct supervisor for production office PA and interns

• Handles audience guests for show tapings.

• Books travel for SVP & various talent as needed for pitches and/or production.

• Stay informed on industry developments, track marketplace changes and conduct competitive research and performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience…

• Previous administrative experience required.

• Familiarity with television industry and unscripted programming preferred.

• Previous experience in a fast-paced, high volume environment such as studio, network, agency or production company strongly preferred. 

• BA/BS Degree preferred.

• Knowledge of SAP/Concur preferred.

• Mac Software and affiliate programs. Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required.

• Knowledge of file set-up, maintenance, and filing procedures.

• Knowledge of basic math, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and English usage.

• Knowledge of report, letter, logs, etc. formats required. 

• Other Requirements

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels, in person and on the telephone. 

• Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions.

• Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively.

• Must have the ability to work well under time constraints. 

• Must be able to handle multiple tasks.

• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.

• Must be able to handle confidential information.

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.

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