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.

General Summary:

Reporting to the Sr. Programme Planning Manager, the Programme Planning Coordinator is a key part of the team helping to manage the creation and delivery of accurate monthly programming grids for Discovery Family, RealTime Africa and assisting with creation of Discovery Science and Animal Planet grids.

Key Responsibilities:

Creating linear programming schedules and inputting the schedules into broadcast software IBMS (full training will be given)Monitor channels’ performance and implement short and long term initiatives to ensure channels maintain their competitive edge, and to highlight and recommend longer-term considerations for discussion with management.Work with Research to build and maintain an in-depth knowledge of audiences and competitors and to identify opportunities and threats facing the channels.Build strong two-way relationships with Programming, Media Planning, Listings, Research and NOS, seeking their input into scheduling strategy where appropriate and sharing scheduling strategy accordingly.Ensure timely production and communication of programming grids produced by programmes planners.Assist with ad-hoc duties such as creating highlights PPT decks as directed by Sr. Programming Manager.

Requirements:

Passion for television and content, particularly factual content.Strong English language skills, you will be required to work in English.Excellent computer skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerpointExcellent admin skills and attention to detailGood communication and interpersonal skillsStrong planning and organisational skills and can work to deadlines.A team player and able to work effectively on own initiative when required

We offer:

contract of employmentbenefit package: private medical health care, life insurance, MyBenefit cafeteria including sport card, social funds, retirement pension plans, recognition platform, employee referral programwork-life balance initiatives: wellbeing platform, yoga, massages, educational webinars, Employee Assistance Program, internal media initiativestraining & development: sharing the cost of English lessons, Employee Resource Groups, e-learning platform, sharing sessions with experts, periodic movie shows in the office cinema room, CSR activities: volunteering, eco & social initiativescasual dress codeparking space available for booking

Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

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 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 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.