Manager, Global Themed Entertainment

2 Months ago • 3-5 Years • Business Development • $83,090 PA - $154,310 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Manager, Global Themed Entertainment at Warner Bros. Discovery is responsible for implementing and executing strategies for long-term growth in the Global Themed Entertainment (GTE) category. This role focuses primarily on Location Based Entertainment (LBE) and events, supporting overall GTE development and management, and business development of new opportunities. Responsibilities include managing licensing activities, negotiating with licensees, overseeing creative approvals, working with internal stakeholders, evaluating business opportunities, managing financial goals, and collaborating with international teams. The position requires strong communication, analytical, and negotiation skills, along with a deep understanding of the licensing industry and themed entertainment landscape.
Must have:
  • 3-5 years category management experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Licensing industry knowledge
  • WB IP knowledge preferred
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects
Good to have:
  • Gaming industry knowledge
  • Experience with international teams
Perks:
  • Thoughtfully curated benefits
  • Tools for professional growth
  • Supportive and celebrated work environment
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Employee wellness program
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid holidays and sick time

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.

Your New Role...

Under direction of Director, implements and executes strategies for long-term growth in the Global Themed Entertainment (GTE) category. Primarily focused on the Location Based Entertainment and Events with support of overall GTE development and management, as well as business development of existing and emerging opportunities. Manages specific licensing activities with responsibility for potential business growth opportunities, licensee negotiation input and specific day-to-day oversight. 

Your Role Responsibilities...

  • Evangelizes GTE strategy and goals.
  • Supports both short-term and long-term GTE strategies in order to maximize revenue and brand exposure. Utilizing industry knowledge, determines appropriate business opportunities based on licensee experience, market share, creative ability, financial proposal, speed to market and overall fit within GTE portfolio of themed experiences.
  • Staying abreast on industry trends and competition.
  • Under direction of Director, manages all aspects of assigned LBE accounts from pitching properties and input on contract negotiation to servicing the day-to-day business needs of licensees including oversight of creative approvals through StarLabs and in direct consultation with Creative team, procurement of creative assets including style guides, marketing updates, property research, legal approvals, and public relations support.
  • Works closely with key internal stakeholders (Franchise, PR, Legal, Finance, Product Development, Brand Assurance, DC & WBCP) along with sister divisions (Studio Facilities, WBTV, WBIE, WBHE, Theatrical Promotions) to ensure consistent brand and strategy alignment, communication on necessary approvals and marketing activations, and asset requests.
  • Assists Director in evaluating complex and/or new business opportunities including due diligence on potential licensees, market & competition, size of financial opportunity, and best business model. Also assists in negotiating critical deal points providing key input and analysis.
  • Assists Director in establishing, managing, and achieving financials goals, providing significant input in overall short-term and long-range budget targets, as well as assists in all forecasts/business reviews and monitors sales results to ensure revenues meet budgetary goals.
  • In collaboration with the GTE territory lead, communicates key account activity to international stakeholders including general licensee updates, current negotiations and pitches, financial forecasts, and long-term plans.
  • Attends tradeshows, visits licensees, and licensed attractions as needed to update property activities and provide strategic direction.
  • Performs other related licensing duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Experiences...

  • 3 – 5 year of previous category management experience (gaming industry/knowledge a plus)
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
  • Willingness to learn, grow, and dive into challenges head on
  • Outside of the box thinking
  • Knowledge of licensing industry a plus
  • Knowledge of WB IP preferred
  • Must have ability to organize and prioritize work, prepare, and present written and oral sales presentations, and communicate with clients, licensees, and management to determine needs and solve problems
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with senior management and all other levels of personnel
  • Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively
  • Must be confident
  • Must be able to take initiative
  • Must have the ability to work well under time constraints
  • Must be able to handle multiple tasks
  • Must be able to lift 20+ lbs
  • Must be able to travel when necessary

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 a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. 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: $83,090.00 - $154,310.00 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.

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