Warner Bros. Discovery is hiring: Artist Management Coordinator in Burbank
Warner Bros. Discovery, Burbank, CA, 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. About Warner Bros. Animation... Warner Bros. Animation (WBA) is one of the leading producers of animation in the entertainment industry, producing and developing projects both domestically and internationally. As home to the iconic animated characters from the DC, Hanna-Barbera, MGM and Looney Tunes libraries, WBA produces highly successful series, shorts, specials, and animated films — including the DC Universe Movies — for release on multiple platforms including HBO, MAX, Netflix, and Hulu. One of the most-honored animation studios in history, WBA has won six Academy Awards®, 40 Emmy® Awards, the George Foster Peabody Award, a BAFTA Children’s Award, an Environmental Media Award, a Parents’ Choice Award, the HUMANITAS Prize, two Prism Awards and 21 Annie Awards (honoring excellence in animation). Your New Role... Animation Studio Artist Management Coordinator will support the execution of our next generation programs, events, studio onboarding, and school outreach efforts. The Coordinator will support the vision of the Artist Management team through the execution, facilitation and administration of key talent programs focused on how we engage with, develop, and inspire interested and incoming Animation talent. Your Role Accountabilities... Collaborate with and support the Artist Management Team through coordination of programmed internal & external events (panels, presentations, expos & conventions), school relations, and talent outreach. Heavy scheduling and a focus on logistic details with exceptional follow-through. Act as central point of communication and connectivity for the Artist Management VP and the overall team calendar. Assisting with and coordinating school outreach efforts with high school students, college students and educators - including outreach events, informational presentations, portfolio reviews and school visits. Support Artist Job Postings/format for social media, with knowledge of Photoshop, and manage application inbox for show reviews. Act as a studio ambassador during outreach events, and always being on the lookout for rising or returning animation talent. Providing informational chats with artists interested in our studios. Support onboarding by welcoming new hires with welcome kits and keeping positive and supportive communication with artists throughout their time at the studio. Assist in the programming for Animation Intern specific events, as well as providing portfolio reviews and intern informational conversations. Support Artist Management and Outreach initiatives throughout the year. Assist in company monthly newsletter assignments and weekly talent retention email blast recommendations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications & Experience... Work Experience 1-3 Years in Animation Talent Development, production, or related department Experience coordinating events and complex projects Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification A Bachelor's degree is preferred Knowledge/Skills The ideal candidate for this position is mature, intelligent, responsible, creative, innovative, high energy self-starter with Animation, film or other creative environment background Proficient with Word, Excel, Photoshop, Keynote/PowerPoint, Zoom, and social media platforms. Preferred... Must LOVE animation and be supportive of the Artists who create our beautiful projects. Must be a strategic big picture thinker but possesses strong execution skills. Must have the ability to work with all types of highly creative, artistic and technical disciplines. with proven ability to deal with a variety of individuals, levels and situations in a professional environment. Must lead with grace, confidence and empathy internally and externally. Must be a people person and comfortable with in-person networking. Public speaking skills, poise and grace in all interactions. Understanding of a creative environment and its effect on cultural and business values. Has acted as an ambassador and representative of a company's or studio’s cultural and business values. Excellent organization skills. Excellent attention to details and excels at follow-up. Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time. 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 (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) 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: $42,224.00 - $78,416.00 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. If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.