Design Manager

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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.

Your New Role...

The Design Manager will handle medium to high complexity design assignments leading licensees in Product Development for Licensed Trading cards with multiple IP. Product management of categories include, but not limited to : Trading Cards and related toy categories..

Your Role Accountabilities...

Product Management :

Works closely with WB internal partners to develop compelling and innovative ideas and designs that execute the overall business goals

Guides multiple licensed partners through approval submissions at all stages through WB approval process in a detailed and organized manner

Works with various interdepartmental WB brand teams and internal brand assurance team members to ensure accuracy and legal compliance of all products

Product reviews at all production stages

Product Development :

Implements ideas with an understanding of overall marketplace and business climate

Translates Warner Bros. story telling into design for product application

Utilizes knowledge of manufacturing processes for design and development

Provides hands-on product development guidance, i.e. : draw-overs and art direction

Works with larger overall design team on presentations when required

Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications & Experience...

Work Experience

5+ years of experience in graphic design / illustration / trading card design

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

BFA, BA or 2 years Technical College in a design discipline preferred

Knowledge / Skills

Proven organizational skills

Must possess technical knowledge of basic manufacturing product construction

Knowledge / awareness of competitive businesses

Advanced skills working with Illustrator and Photoshop

Additional computer skills, including InDesign, Word, Excel and Power Point

Licensing business model experience is a plus

Experience in manufacturing overseas a plus

Preferred…

Must be a self-starter with a tenacious attitude and a strong work ethic

Must be a team player and problem solver

Ability to clearly communicate and present vision and ideas

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Availability to travel

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

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 : $82,670.00 - $153,530.00 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.

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