Manager, Franchise Development - Animation

Job Description

Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) extends the Studio's powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBCP partners with best-in-class licensees globally on an award-winning range of toys, fashion, home décor, and publishing inspired by franchises and properties such as DC, Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera.

The division's successful global themed entertainment business includes groundbreaking experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. With innovative global licensing and merchandising programs, retail initiatives, promotional partnerships and themed experiences, WBCP is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.

To be successful at WBCP, you must have a willingness to model our values and behaviors, champion diversity and inclusion, leverage data and insights to maximize the legacy of our deep brands and franchises while maintaining a commitment to fostering best-in-class talent.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Manager, Franchise Development is a member of the Animation Franchise Development team responsible for strategic development and integrated planning for the Animation portfolio including iconic properties such as Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Tom and Jerry, and more. This role supports the development of global franchise strategies, development and execution of integrated activations and day-to-day social media oversight and approvals.

The position requires strong written and verbal communication and liaising with internal and external parties, including but not limited to Warner Bros Animation, Cartoon Network Studios, Warner Animation Group, Legal and Business Planning, Business Units, Territories, Research & Insights, etc. All communication is done in a professional and timely manner.

A successful individual is an innovative and creative thinker with strong project management and team building skills. The Manager, Franchise Development is a valuable resource for all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the consistent execution of brand expression and marketing initiatives, in keeping with the essence of the brand and franchise values.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as the Franchise steward by being the voice and expert on the Animation portfolio throughout Warner Bros. Discovery Supports the development of Strategic Franchise Plans, Integrated Franchise Plans, and presentation materials Leads day-to-day agency management of social channels (Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Tom and Jerry) Analyzes competition Supports the creation and owns the maintenance of Franchise toolkits and support materials, including but not limited to Franchise Presentations, sizzles, integrated calendars, franchise guidelines, etc. Builds relationships with Business Units and Territories, including but not limited to Consumer Products, Theatrical Integrated Marketing, Home Entertainment, WB Games, , Publicity & Communications, etc. Manages meeting cadence and agendas with Business Units and Territories Acts as the primary contact for asset coordination, including uploading and distribution Works closely with international territories to support local activation of strategies and marketing programs Provides guidance and manages approvals for assigned franchises, ensuring activations adhere to brand and franchise guidelines and values Shares best practices with partners Carries out other duties as assigned

Work Experience
• Minimum of 5 years' experience, ideally with Brand and/or Franchise Development
• Experience in cross-divisional, synergistic roles with multiple stakeholders required
• Experience with consumer research and analysis preferred
• Experience with a movie studio and/or entertainment fields highly preferred

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

BA/ BS required, MBA a plus

Knowledge/Skills
• Experience managing complex multifaceted projects with exceptional project management skills
• Extremely effective and tactful communication skills both written and verbal with excellent attention to detail
• Must have the ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information and materials
• Experience managing multiple complex stakeholders with a high level of emotional intelligence and a demonstrated ability to work well across key partners
• Expert knowledge of creating and implementing franchise strategies
• Ability to be flexible to provide continuity and support to the needs of the [domestic and international] internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills, professional maturity, and sound judgment
• Ability to work effectively with senior level executives
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive and productive demeanor
• High proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote required
Other Requirements

Ability to travel if necessary

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirement

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.

The Legal Bits…
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. $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 paid time off (PTO).

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 need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at recruitadmin@warnermedia.com.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1wx7y-18-188-80-46-42 in your application.