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 New Role...
The Senior Manager PR and Communications Denmark is responsible for leading the PR and communications department with overall responsibility for all media relations, events, speaker opportunities and PR activities at Warner Bros Discovery Denmark. The role demands a close working relationship with various departments in-house and with talent.
This role is important in growing the reputation of WBD's Danish business and its leaders and executing the Nordic communications strategy in line with the organization with the objective of informing, educating and exciting external and internal stakeholders about the current successes and future ambitions of Warner Bros. Discovery Denmark. The senior manager is part of the Nordic Communications and PR team and will report to VP Communications and PR, Nordics.
Warner Bros. Discovery organization has multiple lines of business in Denmark including content production, commercial partnerships, free-to-air, pay TV, theatrical and streaming. The Senior Manager will help to ensure our story is clear in the Danish market and our relationships are strong in areas that will support our growth.
Your Role Accountabilities...
- Lead and manage the PR and communications function of Denmark reporting to VP Communications, Nordics
- Partner and maintain good relations with other departments in WBD Denmark to secure alignment and best possible result for the company
- Ensure all local communication plans and strategies are in place for all projects, programs, sports, and kick-offs - short and long term - and that they are executed according to plan
- Establish and maintain good relations with production companies, talents and media
- Proactively seek corporate positioning opportunities, including media engagement and speaking opportunities, contributing towards a yearly speaking event plan for WBD Denmark
- Create press releases, talking points, Q&A's, statements and key messages as well as various reports for the leadership
- Support in internal events, campaigns and communications for the Danish population.
- Plan for and execute local crisis communications
- Act as a spokesperson for the networks in relevant questions from Danish media
- Advise and guide the local Operations team, Community Lead and other local senior stakeholders in internal and external communications
Qualifications & Experience...
- A proven communications and PR professional with extensive experience from the industry as well as communications and PR strategy development.
- An individual with a passion for communications and WBD's brands such as Kanal 5, HBO, Max and Warner Bros.
- A strategic thinker, well organised with a hands-on mindset and a proven ability to work effectively on several projects at the same time and deliver on deadlines in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Ability to execute projects to the highest standard with an excellent attention to detail
- Dynamic and confident personality, adaptable with personal drive and motivation
- Spokesperson experience with a strong understanding of the mechanisms within communication and on what should be shared externally and internally
- Proactive team player who easily builds new working relationships, but at the same thrives in working independently as the manager of this role is based outside of Denmark.
- Experience in creating and leading PR events
- Ability to develop new and innovative ideas to enhance our PR activities
- Understanding of new trends in the media industry
- In-depth knowledge of press ethics and Danish press regulations as well as a strong network of journalists within the Danish media
- Fluent in English and Danish with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate ideas in both languages succinctly and clearly to employees at all levels
- Communications, Business or Marketing degree preferred
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.
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