AddressWelcome 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.
Role summary
Brand Assurance Co-Ordinator is focused on reviewing products and managing submissions featuring any Warner Bros. Discovery owned properties (e.g. Looney Tunes, DC Comics and Harry Potter), and third party owned properties (e.g. certain Theatrical properties) within a contractually stipulated time-frame in the following areas: character likeness; legal copyright/trademark information; WBDCP’s policies and brand management.
In this role, you will utilise your knowledge in product design to help drive revenue into Warner Bros. Discovery Consumer Products. You will work quickly and efficiently using the approval system Star Labs and work with Creative and PD to ensure that licensees produce compelling product that best represents our brands at retail.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Star Labs Approval Systems
Utilising extensive knowledge of the manufacturing and product development process and applying Warner Bros. Discovery Consumer Products policies and procedures, in order to provide meaningful, detailed comments on the concept, pre-production and final samples submitted by licensees.
Reviewing Star Labs submissions and ensuring that product is on brand, has design and editorial storytelling, and product quality.
Coordinating submission of items including but not limited to product, packaging, marketing materials, (i.e. commercial, sell sheets, websites) and POP/POS, which serve as a legal record under the contract with the licensees.
Working with management to protect trademarks/copyrights and obtains all necessary third-party approvals from Senior Management, Sister Divisions, Legal, Talent, internal WBDCP Divisions, and other third parties/vendors.
Other
Acting as the brand ambassador and providing direction on submissions from licensees on brand integrity, creative direction and legal copy.
Applying independent thinking and problem solving, along with the knowledge of Warner Bros. Discovery Consumer Products policies and procedures, and licensees’ processes and limitations to arrive at alternative solutions which benefit the licensee and continue to protect the Company legally.
Developing knowledge of properties in all CP categories, i.e., giftware, housewares, toys, apparel, accessories, publishing, and promotions.
Developing ability to acquire and work with knowledge of copyrights and trademarks for use in product approvals.
Working closely and collaboratively with key stakeholders.
Assisting with showroom merchandising and product display planning.
Assisting with receiving product samples at the office, storage and filing of samples.
Joining and having input in to key Staff and Licensee meetings as required.
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Work Experience
Minimum 3 years in Brand Assurance or equivalent job experience. Retail, merchandising, art development, or overseas manufacturing/sourcing experience is needed.
Strong experience using Adobe creative programs.
Experience working in multi-national environments.
Knowledge/Skills
Clear written and verbal communication skills with excellent professionalism and manner.
Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and the ability to take initiative.
Must have the ability to absorb and respond quickly to given information.
Must have the ability to learn the various properties and distinguish different styles of art from others in order to accurately process submissions.
Must have the ability to learn about art production and manufacturing processes in general.
Proficient in Adobe creative programs and Microsoft Word and Excel.
Responsible, accountable and results-oriented.
Self-starter with ability to take initiative and work pro-actively.
Strong decision making and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent attention to detail with high level of accuracy under pressure and an artistic eye.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to juggle several business unit responsibilities.
A strong team player who contributes to an environment that embraces constant change and innovation.
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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at ************@wbd.com.
