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Senior Executive, Content Planning & Scheduling

AT Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery

Senior Executive, Content Planning & Scheduling

Sydney, Australia

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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Job Overview

As a Content Planning & Scheduling Senior Executive, you will execute content scheduling while also contributing to programming decisions. Your role involves orchestrating the scheduling of content to optimize audience engagement and viewership. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive content strategy that aligns with business objectives and audience preferences.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Content scheduling, monitoring of inventory and tagging for Factual and Lifestyle content.
  • Preparing program lists and executing schedules across ANZ.
  • Competitive monitoring and analysis in the unscripted and reality content space as well as across market landscape.
  • Coordinating with internal teams on product-related issues and system management.
  • Working with Customer Experience to manage content-related customer queries in a timely manner.
  • Briefing promo materials to Creative Services on the production of promos to push CTA (call to action) of the key titles via our owned and operated platforms.
  • Monitoring title performance and utilize data-driven insights and audience analytics to optimize content scheduling and understand audience behavior patterns.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: At least Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in the media or a related field
  • Prior Experience / Industry: At least 2 years of experience in media, TV networks or streaming business.
  • Knowledge and experience in using programming or promo scheduling system will have an added advantage.
  • Keen knowledge in general entertainment and Factual & Lifestyle content.
  • Detail-oriented and meticulous in delivering good quality of work
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different teams and levels of the organization.
  • High level organizational skills, ability to prioritize and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability 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.

Client-provided location(s): St Leonards NSW 2065, Australia
Job ID: Discovery-WAMEGLOBALR000086507EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Professional Coaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)