Manager, Editorial Publishing
Warner Bros. Discovery•Burbank, CA
•$83,090 - $154,310•Onsite
About The Position
With a thorough knowledge of the WBD brands and franchises, strong writing and editing skills and a finger on the pulse of what fans want, this Manager position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the book editorial and content development process to support and in collaboration with the licensed publishing team and the larger consumer products business. Working closely with our global publishing licensees, drive and oversee the publishers development of best in class, engaging and inclusive editorial, product development content, and strong revenue driving publishing plans that reflect industry and consumer trends, product innovations, marketing, retail specific opportunities, and overall consumer products and studio initiatives.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 plus years of experience in Book Publishing industry
- BA degree in English, communications, journalism, marketing or related field required
- Proven and effective written and oral communication, presentation skills, detailed and results oriented
- A driven individual who is a team player, curious, results oriented and willing to challenge the status quo
- Proven and effective interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships with internal and external partners. Ability to tailor communications to various audiences
- Proven ability to develop book/comics/magazine publishing content and knowledge of licensing, licensing acumen and the entertainment industry relating to book publishing, consumer products, studio entertainment, film, animation, television, gaming etc…
- Proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively cross-functionally, with senior management, synergy divisions, external partners, 3rd party stakeholders
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and reprioritize. Must demonstrate flexibility and effectiveness when faced with changing schedules or priorities
- Strong organizational and planning skills required; sharp attention to detail is critical
- Strong strategy, digital and analytical skills
- Proven ability to execute strategic and operational plans
- Strong and varied computer software knowledge required (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Airtable, Teams, Zoom)
- Knowledge of retail landscape: key retailers, buying cycles, sell-in process, etc.
Nice To Haves
- background in Entertainment Licensing preferred
Responsibilities
- Executes WBDCP and Global Licensed Publishing strategies, goals and revenue objectives
- Owns all aspects of the book editorial and content development process including review and approval of global publishing submissions through StarLabs in direct consultation with Product Development and Category, the development and procurement of creative assets and securing feedback, clearances and approvals from internal and external stakeholders, marketing, PR, retail, digital, finance, legal, theatrical etc. Significant 3rd party collaboration.
- Directly manages global publishing licensees to develop product assortments and execute closely curated publishing plans that reflect consumer trends, revenue growth, product innovations, brand and franchise initiatives and support key strategies
- Drives the improvement and evolution of publishing planning, content library and processes for greater efficiencies and revenue
- Drives the management of the content creative needs, meeting deadlines and budgets
- Collaborate with Category in developing and executing publishing strategies, pitching opportunities, managing licensees, retail, marketing and PR opportunities
- Manages the publishing databases on Airtable including the master publishing plan, co-edition deal tracker, global catalog, and the digital files library.
- Identifies, develops and executes new business initiatives to address white space opportunities
- Interfaces frequently with management, cross functional teams, 3rd party stakeholders providing business updates, internal and external formal presentations, budgeting and strategy discussions
- Analyzes book/publishing/competitive industry sales data, and industry key learnings, trends and product innovations to identify revenue opportunities and white space
Benefits
- health insurance coverage
- an employee wellness program
- life and disability insurance
- a retirement savings plan
- paid holidays and sick time and vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
