Manager, Global Themed Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery•Burbank, CA

3d•$75,600 - $140,400

About The Position

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences extends the Studio’s powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBDGE partners with best-in-class partners globally on an award-winning range of theme parks, studio tours, hotels, LBEs, and dining inspired by franchises and properties such as Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo and theatrical properties from historic library to brand new titles. The division’s Global Experience business includes groundbreaking experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Making of Harry Potter Studio Tour and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. With innovative and groundbreaking projects, retail initiatives and thoughtful experiences, WBD Global Experiences is one of the leading experience and retail organizations in the world.

Requirements

3–5 years of previous category management experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
Strong willingness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges with a proactive mindset
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and approach problems with “outside‑the‑box” solutions
Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast‑paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver sales presentations and communicate effectively with clients, licensees, and management to determine needs and solve problems
Ability to communicate professionally, confidently, and tactfully with senior management and all levels of personnel
Self‑starter with the confidence to take initiative and work independently under time constraints
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines while managing competing priorities
Must be able to lift 20+ lbs
Must be able to travel when necessary

Nice To Haves

Experience or familiarity with the gaming industry is a plus
Knowledge of the licensing industry is a plus
Familiarity with Warner Bros. Discovery IP preferred

Responsibilities

Implements and executes strategies for long-term growth in the Global Themed Entertainment (GTE) category, primarily focused on the Gaming category (wager based) with support of overall GTE development and management, as well as business development of existing and emerging opportunities.
Manages specific licensing activities for Gaming with responsibility for potential business growth opportunities, licensee negotiation input and specific day-to-day oversight.
Evangelizes GTE/Gaming strategy and goals.
Supports both short-term and long-term GTE/Gaming strategies in order to maximize revenue and brand exposure.
Utilizes industry knowledge to determine appropriate business opportunities based on licensee experience, market share, creative ability, financial proposal, speed to market and overall fit within GTE/Gaming portfolio of themed experiences.
Focuses on managing and growing Gaming portfolio brands by staying abreast on industry trends.
Manages all aspects of assigned GTE/Gaming 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 and visits licensees as needed to update property activities and provide strategic direction.
Performs other related licensing duties and special projects as assigned.