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.
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Your Role Accountabilities...
- Arranges executive's calendar and schedules meetings with people at all levels, independently or as directed. Uses judgement, professionalism, and efficient use of appropriate questions to ensure schedule stays on track and productive. Adept at managing complex meeting scheduling across many senior exec attendees; works well with other assistants to navigate and resolve potential scheduling conflicts.
- Handle all logistics associated with internal and external meetings, appointments, and multi-location video conferences.
- Assist with AV and video conferencing needs; prepare materials and set-up meeting rooms; setting up catering and making copies. Requests visitor passes as needed.
- This includes requests in advance, day of requests, and last-minute changes.
- The EA should be agile to changes and make all necessary parties aware of changes as soon as possible.
- Answers telephone, screens, and places calls in a professional and efficient manner.
- Coordinate travel arrangements with consistent planning and execution.
- Reviews and reconciles all incoming expense and travel reports for accuracy and compliance with corporate policy. Reviews and secures approval for all travel requests. Prepares and submits T&E expense reports in a timely manner.
- Serves as the point of contact for new hire procurement (IT, real estate, etc.) Works with IT and Facilities in ordering new equipment for new hires and arranging office space.
- Demonstrates an appropriate level of discretion and confidentiality in handling and managing correspondence and documents. Create, format, and edit correspondence with minimal direction.
- Manages contact/distribution lists, filing system, office equipment/supplies and other duties as assigned.
- Follow up on various activities and projects as directed to ensure deadlines are met!
- Provide assistance with ad hoc projects and reporting.
Qualifications & Experience...
- Minimum 2 years' experience in supporting an executive as an executive assistant required.
- Previous executive administrative experience in entertainment and/or Business Strategy and Development strongly preferred.
- High School Diploma required.
- BA/BS degree preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Pro-active orientation particularly in relation to anticipating executive requirements.
- Problem solver. Pitches in to help where and whenever possible. Pro-active.
- Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to understand written and oral instructions.
- Must be flexible as priorities shift.
- Must have the ability to multi-task and work well under time constraints.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with ability to multi-task, balance priorities and take direction from multiple managers.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; Zoom and similar technology driven communication platforms.
- Should strive to be an extension of their executives.
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, 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: $52,853.00 - $98,155.00 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.