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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.
Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden (WBSL) is a purpose built, state-of-the-art film and television studio offering one of the largest facilities in the UK.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London based at WBSL – The Making of Harry Potter is the only place in the world to showcase the authentic sets, props and behind-the-scenes secrets of the Harry Potter films at the location where they were made. It has attracted over 14 million visitors since opening in 2012 and has received over 40,000 reviews on TripAdvisor with 96% rating the experience as ‘excellent’ or ‘very good’. Since launching, additions to the Tour include Platform 9 ¾ featuring the original Hogwarts Express, the Forbidden Forest and Gringotts Wizarding Bank.
In December 2018 WBSL acquired the Platform 9 ¾ group which has sites at the iconic location in King’s Cross Station and Heathrow airport.
The Tour & Retail group has continued to expand over the last couple of years launching our first flagship store in New York over the Summer of 2021, alongside expanding our ecommerce operations in the UK and US. The summer of 2023 saw us open a replication of our world-famous Tour in Japan, which, has been a phenomenal success.
Your New Role...
We have an exciting opportunity within our busy PR team working to support the Warner Bros. Studio Tours in London and Tokyo, the Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 ¾, the Harry Potter flagship shop in New York and Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, plus any new launches! You will be responsible for all areas of communication including publicity, media relations, crisis management, internal comms, CSR and copywriting.
You will support the business by raising awareness of each area, keeping fans interested and engaged with the ultimate goal of driving sales. You will also be responsible for managing the corporate reputation through highlighting investment in community projects and industry initiatives as well as dealing with any issues that might arise.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Proactively create, plan and execute publicity campaigns for all newsworthy activities and stories across the division, in collaboration with the PR and Comms Team
Liaise with franchise partners and approval stakeholders around franchise opportunities
Managing crisis communications when needed, including drafting crisis management responses, media monitoring and press relations
Work closely with Digital Marketing team to deliver accurate, consistent, and on-brand digital communications throughout the year
Manage internal filming and external film crews on-site including the briefing and filming of features videos, new EPK and running television shoots – including handling approvals and legal agreements
Coordinate and approve press releases, photocall invitations, press pack material and other promotional literature targeted at all relevant media areas
Direct line management of the PR & Comms Co-ordinator and Assistant ensuring they are supported throughout their roles
Handle behind-the-scenes talent to support features across the division
Qualifications & Experiences...
Track record in delivering high profile consumer PR campaigns, working on more than one project at a time
Experienced in detailed planning and execution of campaigns and events
Experience of managing an effective, happy team to deliver results, and getting the most from external PR agencies
Experience of running multiple annual budgets
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.
The Legal Bits…
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 [email protected].