Executive Assistant I, Current Programming

Job description

**_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…**

To provide administrative support for a Vice President and a Director in Current Programming.

**Your Role Accountabilities…**

+ Capable of managing a high-volume desk including phones, emails, setting meetings, rolling calls and setting up conference lines.
+ Reads and logs incoming scripts and materials and can prepare coverage and log lines.
+ Facilitates communication between writers, show production, and network counterparts as well as internal divisions.
+ Familiar in reading production, post and air schedules to build status reports for distribution.
+ Tracks show status from season pitches, to creative material (stories, outlines, scripts), to cuts for notes process between showrunner, studio and network.

Coordinates executive travel and maintains expenses.
+ Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Qualifications & Experience…**

**Work Experience**

+ Previous administrative experience required.
+ Familiarity with television industry helpful.
+ Previous studio, literary and/or production experience strongly preferred.

**Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification**

+ High School diploma or equivalent required
+ BA/BS Degree preferred.

**Knowledge/Skills**

+ Typing: 50 wpm
+ PC Skills: Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required.
+ Knowledge of file set-up, maintenance, and filing procedures.
+ Knowledge of basic math, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and English usage.
+ Knowledge of report, letter, logs, etc.

formats required.
+ Must have exceptional grammar skills.

**Other Requirements**

+ Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with people on all levels, in person and on the telephone.
+ Must be able to work closely with other assistants in the department in a collaborative way
+ Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions.
+ Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively.
+ Must have the ability to work well under time constraints.
+ Must be able to handle multiple tasks.
+ Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
+ Must be able to handle confidential information.

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any 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: $42,224.00 - $78,416.00 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.

Required Skill Profession

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