Director, Public Affairs

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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 Director, Public Affairs is responsible for building relationships with state, local, federal, and foreign government officials and monitoring and analyzing legislative and regulatory issues that may affect the business of the company. Partners with Community Engagement group to build and sustain positive relationships with the communities in which WBD does business. Public speaking, as needed, in front of government agencies, commissions, and legislatures. This role is based within the WBD Worldwide Government Affairs department.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Monitor, analyze, and make recommendations on legislative and regulatory issues at the state, local, and international level that may affect the company. Public speaking to advocate for our legislative and regulatory priorities with government agencies, commissions, and legislatures. Act as lead executive on issues relating to the cities and counties in the United States.

• Represent the company with local, state and international elected and appointed officials, film commissioners, and other relevant individuals and organizations to develop relationships that advance business interests. Assist with official government visits to the Studio.

• With VP, Public Affairs, work on production problems with city, county, state and federal agencies in North America for production divisions.

• Coordinate with contract legislative advocates to advance the company’s agenda.

• In conjunction with Community Engagement, assist in designing and executing comprehensive community outreach campaigns tailored to support productions’ specific community goals, as needed. These campaigns focus on creating meaningful connections, increasing visibility, and demonstrating the production's commitment to the community. Activations include community screenings, set visits, career readiness panels and philanthropic recommendations.

• Track current events surrounding government issues of importance to the company.
• Participate in coalition efforts, trade organizations, legislative and policy work groups, and other collaborative partnerships to leverage opportunities that advance the company’s legislative issues.
• Develop giving program for the company’s political contributions and coordinate required political reporting for government officials.

• Where required, work in conjunction with the WB Corporate Responsibility team on projects that align with the company’s legislative priorities.

• Perform special projects and related duties as required and assigned, including special events at WB involving government officials.

Qualifications & Experience...

• At least ten years of experience working with government/public affairs issues in the private and/or public sector required
• BA/BS degree required
• Must have knowledge of state and local government issues
• Must be able to work independently & in a team environment
• Must be able to work & communicate effectively with all levels both within the company and externally
• Must be sensitive to the needs of diverse populations
• Must have professional oral & written communication skills and be able to speak in public, including the ability to analyze legislation and recommend, in writing, a course of action for the company
• Must be able to handle physical demands of general office activities & handle general office equipment

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…

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. $126,350.00 - $234,650.00 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 paid time off (PTO).

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, 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 need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.