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.
Your New Role...
This position is responsible for planning and executing marketing initiatives primarily across book, library, and academic trade channels to support DC's publishing program. The position focuses on developing impactful marketing materials, managing trade events, and coordinating promotional efforts to drive awareness and sales of priority titles. It involves close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery of assets, effective event execution, and consistent communication of publishing priorities.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Executes the development of all trade marketing support materials for publishing, including but not limited to sell sheets, newsletters, marketing asset kits, print and digital ads, and signage for retail accounts. Responsible for the timely delivery of all trade advertising materials.
Manages and executes book trade events (e.g. ALA, ABA Children's Institute, NCTE, regional book trade shows, and virtual and in-person library events), as necessary to maximize sales of priority titles. Creates promotional materials and signing schedules for trade events. Work closely with Manager, Marketing on marketing DC's presence at all trade events.
Support the Manager, Marketing in developing and distributing trade marketing support plans and updates to all key stakeholders including Sales, Editorial, Production, distribution teams, and more.
Contribute to Title Information Sheets for individual book titles, as necessary, and upload into distributor systems. Manage the Marketing plan inputs to our book distribution partner's systems. Work closely with Book Sales team on all span deliverables.
Attend trade shows/conventions/events as necessary to communicate priority titles and new publishing initiatives.
Coordinate support for all academic marketing and library marketing initiatives.
Manage all galley and promotional items distribution including management of NetGalley and Edelweiss platforms. Liaise with Editorial and Production teams to ensure galleys and all promotional materials are delivered and distributed to trade outlets and distributors in a timely manner.
Partner with Social Strategy & Digital Content team on marketing executions for priority graphic novels and collected editions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience...
Work Experience
At least five (5) years of relevant work experience in sales and/or marketing required.
Experience in publishing, comics, and/or book retail preferred.
Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification
Bachelor's degree in business, sales, marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
Knowledge and Skills
Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully (both verbally and in writing) with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Must be able to organize effectively and pay close attention to details.
Must be able to work well under time constraints, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks and project elements simultaneously.
Must have excellent project management skills.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop, and InDesign) required.
Knowledge of publishing/comic book industry preferred.
Other Requirements
Must be able to travel as needed approximately 5% of the time.
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 a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. 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 (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) 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: $45,500.00 - $84,500.00 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.
