Commercial Business Analyst, ANZ Networks

1 Month ago • All levels • Business Development • Editorial

Job Summary

Job Description

The Commercial Analyst at Warner Bros. Discovery ANZ Networks will support business growth through financial modeling, market analysis, and performance evaluation. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining commercial models to forecast revenue and profitability, conducting scenario analysis, collaborating on growth projects (new channel launches, market expansions), providing financial analysis for new deals and partnerships, conducting competitive analysis and market research, working with content and marketing teams, managing the content investment process, analyzing network performance data, and supporting monthly/quarterly reporting. The role requires experience in similar roles within media or adjacent industries and proven success in building commercial models for business growth.
Must have:
  • Financial modeling and forecasting
  • Market analysis and research
  • Strategic project collaboration
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Experience in media or adjacent industries

Job Details

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.

General Summary

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is a fully integrated, broad-based entertainment company and a global leader in the creation, production, distribution, licensing and marketing of all forms of entertainment and their related businesses.

The Studio is home to one of the most successful collections of brands in the world and stands at the forefront of every aspect of the entertainment industry, from feature film, television and home entertainment production and worldwide distribution to DVD and Blu-ray, digital distribution, animation, comic books, video games, product and brand licensing, and broadcasting. The TV Licensing business manages the distribution and licensing of television content across SVOD.  

 

WBD ANZ operates a portfolio of premium brands across pay-TV, free-to-air and theatrical platformsWe are a leading entertainment brand on Foxtel and Sky, and the largest free-to-air commercial broadcaster in New Zealand.  

The Way We Work

Warner Bros. Discovery is at its best when bringing the world a little closer together. Warner Bros. is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that is deeply rooted in our core values, supports employees and social justice, and drives an award-winning culture.

#Diversity, #Equity and #Inclusion are embedded at our core, underpin the impactful stories we tell and drive our passion to make a difference. We want our teams to reflect communities from all parts of the world, and remain committed to a culture of belonging and empowerment for all. It is the diverse minds, voices and perspectives of our people that fuel our most innovative ideas, deliver our greatest moments and push us forward to achieve more. 

OurGuiding Principles define the character and spirit of our employees and how we operate: We are… One Team, Creative Dreamers, Doers, Consumer Obsessed, Global, Quick and Agile, Purposeful, and We Do the Right Thing. 

We are here today because we value the different experiences and therefore different perspectives in our teams and that is what makes us formidable. 

Warner Bros. Discovery is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to affirmative action. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, nationality, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions) sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, or political views. 

The Role

The Commercial Analyst will focus on supporting growth and sustenance of the ANZ Networks business through financial modelling, market analysis, and performance evaluation.  

The role involves working closely with the Director of Commercial and Business Growth to identify opportunities for business growth.  

 

Key Responsibilities: 

Analysis and Modelling

  • Develop and maintain commercial models to forecast revenue, costs, and profitability across various projects and initiatives e.g. Content Investment  

  • Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate the financial impact of strategic decisions and investment opportunities. 

Strategic Projects

  • Collaborate on growth-focused projects such as new channel launches, regional market expansions, and optimization of existing network operations. 

  • Provide financial analysis for new deals, investment opportunities, joint ventures, and partnership agreements. 

Market Research

  • Conduct competitive analysis and market trend research to identify risks and opportunities for the Networks business. 

  • Be aware of emerging consumer and technology trends that could impact the ANZ media landscape. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work with content and marketing teams to assess commercial viability and success metrics for new initiatives. 

  • Manage the Content Investment process e.g. work with the Content team to report on monthly content spend, amort, and forecasts.  

  • Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets for the Networks business, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities 

Performance Insights

  • Analyse network performance data, including ratings, ad sales, and affiliate revenue, to identify trends and recommend actionable insights for the team.  

  • Support monthly and quarterly reporting, highlighting key drivers of business performance. 

Experience Required:  

  • Experience in similar roles within the media or adjacent industries  

  • Proven success in building commercial models in response to strategic opportunities for business growth  

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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability 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.

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