About the position
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products Inc. seeks an Associate, Global Brand Product. The Associate aids the Director, Global Promotions & Brand Product in the day-to-day operations of a wide portfolio of commercial and strategic initiatives. This is an exciting, global, multi-functional, high visibility opportunity for a generalist looking for diversified experience. The role drives revenue and franchise growth by supporting pitching and execution of licensed promotions and products, including, but not limited, to restaurants/dining, sports, theatrical concessions, financial services, and third-party brand campaigns. Additionally, the Associate will support global brand product strategy through co-management and maintenance of enterprise-wide guidelines and processes. The position also helps with global and regional alignment on partnerships tied to WBD film releases and HBO Max content. The role requires a motivated, solution-oriented, attentive, collaborative mentality. The incumbent should have strong written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable liaising with internal and external parties at various levels, including, but not limited, to other WBDGCP departments (Global Franchise Management & Marketing, Category, Creative, Finance, Legal, etc.), WBD Divisions (Theatrical, Ad Sales, HBO, Home Ent., etc), vendors, licensees, and colleagues around the world.
Responsibilities
- Prospect new business; aid in pitches and presentations
- Support global promotions program executions; partner with Brand Assurance, Product Development, Global Franchise Management & Marketing, etc. to ensure that initiatives reflect WBD quality and franchise objectives; provide clarity and approvals as needed
- Research and respond to licensee email requests
- Oversee calendars & trackers – department specific and global enterprise shared
- Input digital marketing support & newsletter requests
- Collect GBP samples; manage requests for product
- Update and socialize Brand Product & Promotions guidelines
- Create and process deal point memos & contract modifications
- Handle collection of forecasts, accruals, and royalty statements
- On-board new licensees
- Manage NDAs and WBD event (summit, Licensing Show, etc.) invites
- Other projects as required assigned by supervisor
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience with background in Consumer Products, Licensing, Promotions, or Partnerships required; entertainment experience preferred
- BA/BS degree with coursework in business, marketing, or related field strongly preferred
- Basic licensing or marketing/promotions industry knowledge with intellectual curiosity
- Detail oriented, organized, self-starter, coachable
- Ability to create and deliver pitches/presentations
- Must be able to handle multiple projects, prioritize assignments, and meet critical deadlines
- Demonstrated proactive problem-solving skills
- Team player with proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively cross-functionally
- Strong and varied computer software knowledge required (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite, Airtable, Monday.com, etc.)
- Photoshop and Illustrator knowledge is a plus
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Employee wellness program
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays and sick time
- Vacation
