Associate Creative Director Job at Warner Media, LLC in New York

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 Role: Associate Creative Director (Corporate Video and Brand) The Associate Creative Director works with the Creative Director of Marketing AV to develop and implement innovative and creative video campaigns that span across multiple platforms, with a focus on Brand and Corporate Communications, in addition to Original Programming. Direct responsibilities include concept development, project oversight, and tactical executions. Helps manage and mentor a team of producers who create assets internally in addition to overseeing the work of external vendors. Acts as a project lead and liaises with corporate partners, internal editorial teams, executives, creative agencies, programming executives, and show executives. Responsible for the management of multiple budgets. Your Role Accountabilities: Provide leadership, project oversight and some creative direction on requests from Corporate relations partners such as DEI, CSR, Comms and B2B. Provide leadership, project oversight and some creative direction on Brand AV requests, such as multi-title OP and Theatrical AV pieces or single title library pieces. Provide leadership, project oversight and some creative direction on Original Programming Marketing AV campaigns. Play a leading role in creative conceptualizing, development and execution of AV for Corp Comms, Brand and OP assignments. Partner closely with internal partners to receive requests, keep projects on task and within budget, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders throughout the process. Collaborate closely with marketing and cross-functional peers to ensure projects meet goals and achieve desired results. Participate in the management of in-house team producing and editing content, helping to elevate the creative work Provide mentorship to all levels on the team to develop both hard and soft skills Qualifications & Experience Must be a strategic thinker and creative problem solver, with an ability to influence, ideate and execute groundbreaking ideas and build strong teams focused on creative innovation and marketing objectives. Ability to work hands-on with editors to elevate creative work to the highest level Expert knowledge of production management, post-production, video editing, writing and producing. Exceptional knowledge on the Post-Production process. Adept at presentation and concept pitches. Expert knowledge of creative marketing concepts, development and production with proven ability to manage creative projects from conception through implementation. Good judgment and ability to make sound decisions quickly under tight deadlines, with the ability to create new and innovative solutions when needed. Solid managerial/leadership competencies and experience. Exhibits the ability to inspire and nurture individual talent within a collaborative environment with an emphasis on fostering an inclusive and supportive culture Superior production crew management. Strong approvals management skill with the ability to efficiently navigate a complex hierarchy Ability to multi-task and delegate work while remaining accountable in a high-demand and ambitious work environment. Excellent listening, interpersonal, and relationship development skills. Ability to collaborate in a close team atmosphere, and with executives, filmmakers and talent. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be able to deliver clear and concise direction and communicate effectively and tactfully with people at all levels. Prior experience working on Brand is not required but candidates with relevant experience will be given additional consideration. Prior experience launching campaigns with premium content, including films, original scripted series, and documentaries is a plus. 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 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: $133,000.00 - $247,000.00 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.