Warner Bros. Discovery
Director, Creative Advertising - AV/Editor
Warner Bros. Discovery, Burbank, California, United States, 91520
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..
"Every great story has a beginning” couldn’t ring truer for the AV Editor as they focus on creating short form engaging stories through film and TV content. They’ll work closely with the VP, Executive Director and Manager on marketing direction, collaborating on ideas and timelines.
Your Role Accountabilities....
Work with Creative Advertising team to develop and execute digital and AV creative materials based on strategies provided by Brand Marketing including hands-on creation of trailers, sizzle reels, AV spots, social/digital assets and video clips. Must be an expert Adobe Premiere user.
Interface with various members of creative, including AV Manager, in-house graphics artist, brand and legal teams to confirm music, talent, and other approvals.
Works closely with creative team on conceptualizing and copywriting. Thoughtfully researches films and assets for key moments and quotes for inclusion in creative materials.
Digitizes and imports/exports creative assets including raw film and production shoot assets, cuts, music, final features, packaging, title treatments, animatics, endcards, and final files, across multiple platforms including AdStream, NEST, Box, Shift IO/Media Silo, and Aspera.
Works closely with Creative Advertising VP & Executive Director, and AV Manager on development of creative materials including regular review of concepts, rough-cuts, workload management, and timelines.
Must have clear understanding of static assets, video, raw camera footage, audio specs and deliverables and is able to trouble shoot technical issues and communicate solutions. Expert experience with finishing preps is a must.
Supports Executive Creative Director and AV Manager by managing and supplying finishing preps, music cue sheets, graphics and other assets while working closely with post houses and other agencies.
Attends weekly regular creative meetings, status/kick-off meetings, creative review meetings and brainstorming sessions. Includes staying up-to-date with calendar invites.
Qualifications and Experience:
8 or more years hands-on AV creative background with an entertainment company, a design studio, an advertising agency, or in a related industry with Editorial Reel that exhibits proficiency in creating Trailers and AV spots for feature films across a broad range of genres including action, horror, comedy, and drama.
Successful hands-on production of AV materials for digital, online and broadcast. AV spots, trailers, sizzle reels, using Adobe Creative Suite with proficiency in Premiere.
Photoshop and After Effects skills a plus.
Entertainment industry experience 5 years preferred.
College graduate with 4-year Multimedia Design, Film Editing or other related degree, or equivalent agency experience.
Extensive creative experience on AV campaigns, AV spots, sizzle reels and other multi-media projects for feature films and/or Episodics.
Deep knowledge of AV finishing, video formats, delivery requirements, and asset retrieval, approval, and delivery platforms such as AdStream, MediaQurator, Box, NEST, Aspera, Shift IO (aka Media Silo) and others as required.
Self-motivated with strong project management skills with ability to work effectively at home (if necessary) with limited supervision and manage various remote technical requirements for offsite work.
Strong, confident communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
Strong organizational skills and creativity with the ability to translate marketing objectives into compelling creative.
Extensive experience with stock footage, music libraries and music licensing
Computer skills: Mac. Expert in Adobe Premiere.
Photoshop preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
Familiarity with social media platforms and formats as related to AV campaigns.
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 the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
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: $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 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.
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..
"Every great story has a beginning” couldn’t ring truer for the AV Editor as they focus on creating short form engaging stories through film and TV content. They’ll work closely with the VP, Executive Director and Manager on marketing direction, collaborating on ideas and timelines.
Your Role Accountabilities....
Work with Creative Advertising team to develop and execute digital and AV creative materials based on strategies provided by Brand Marketing including hands-on creation of trailers, sizzle reels, AV spots, social/digital assets and video clips. Must be an expert Adobe Premiere user.
Interface with various members of creative, including AV Manager, in-house graphics artist, brand and legal teams to confirm music, talent, and other approvals.
Works closely with creative team on conceptualizing and copywriting. Thoughtfully researches films and assets for key moments and quotes for inclusion in creative materials.
Digitizes and imports/exports creative assets including raw film and production shoot assets, cuts, music, final features, packaging, title treatments, animatics, endcards, and final files, across multiple platforms including AdStream, NEST, Box, Shift IO/Media Silo, and Aspera.
Works closely with Creative Advertising VP & Executive Director, and AV Manager on development of creative materials including regular review of concepts, rough-cuts, workload management, and timelines.
Must have clear understanding of static assets, video, raw camera footage, audio specs and deliverables and is able to trouble shoot technical issues and communicate solutions. Expert experience with finishing preps is a must.
Supports Executive Creative Director and AV Manager by managing and supplying finishing preps, music cue sheets, graphics and other assets while working closely with post houses and other agencies.
Attends weekly regular creative meetings, status/kick-off meetings, creative review meetings and brainstorming sessions. Includes staying up-to-date with calendar invites.
Qualifications and Experience:
8 or more years hands-on AV creative background with an entertainment company, a design studio, an advertising agency, or in a related industry with Editorial Reel that exhibits proficiency in creating Trailers and AV spots for feature films across a broad range of genres including action, horror, comedy, and drama.
Successful hands-on production of AV materials for digital, online and broadcast. AV spots, trailers, sizzle reels, using Adobe Creative Suite with proficiency in Premiere.
Photoshop and After Effects skills a plus.
Entertainment industry experience 5 years preferred.
College graduate with 4-year Multimedia Design, Film Editing or other related degree, or equivalent agency experience.
Extensive creative experience on AV campaigns, AV spots, sizzle reels and other multi-media projects for feature films and/or Episodics.
Deep knowledge of AV finishing, video formats, delivery requirements, and asset retrieval, approval, and delivery platforms such as AdStream, MediaQurator, Box, NEST, Aspera, Shift IO (aka Media Silo) and others as required.
Self-motivated with strong project management skills with ability to work effectively at home (if necessary) with limited supervision and manage various remote technical requirements for offsite work.
Strong, confident communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
Strong organizational skills and creativity with the ability to translate marketing objectives into compelling creative.
Extensive experience with stock footage, music libraries and music licensing
Computer skills: Mac. Expert in Adobe Premiere.
Photoshop preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
Familiarity with social media platforms and formats as related to AV campaigns.
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 the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
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: $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 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.