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.

Company Overview 

Warner Bros Discovery is a leading media and entertainment company that creates and distributes premium and popular content from a diverse array of talented storytellers and journalists to global audiences through its consumer brands including HBO, HBO Max, Warner Bros., TNT, TBS, truTV, CNN, DC Entertainment, New Line, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, and others. 

 

Bleacher Report, a Warner Bros Discovery company, makes it as easy as possible to be a sports fan by defining the moments that matter. Empowering, personal and community driven, its vision for making sports bigger than the game has led to unmatched engagement on social media, where it consistently ranks as the No. 1 digital and social brand. Bleacher Report also provides an industry-leading fan experience on mobile devices through its unparalleled app experience. This past year Bleacher Report was ranked as one of the ‘World’s Most Innovative Companies’ by Fast Company. 

 

Find Bleacher Report on the web at www.bleacherreport.com and on Instagram @BleacherReport. Bleacher Report is a division of Warner Bros Discovery Sports. 

 

The Job 

Bleacher Report, the social voice of sports and a division of Warner Bros Discovery, is hiring a highly motivated, digitally savvy Sales Planner. The qualified candidate will be based in our Culver City, CA office and will report to the Client Success Team. We are looking for a digital professional who understands the monetization strategies that leverage the social graph and a proven ability to communicate the value of this strategy to a wide range of major U.S. brands. In addition to generating revenue through branded content partnerships, our sales team will work closely with our product, creative, and account service teams to see to it that the programs are implemented to maximize the client’s KPIs. You will be a support system and partially responsible for cultivating, nurturing and ultimately leveraging quality contacts at both major agencies and national brands. 

 

The Daily 

Assist AEs in guiding and consulting clients on when and how to leverage Bleacher Report’s ad product suite to maximize results based on client objectives 

Collaborate with Warner Bros Discovery teams such as Strategic Planning, Audience, Account Services, and Ad Ops in order to craft strategic and successful media plans 

Assist in the preparation and follow-up for client meetings 

Set up kick-off calls in preparation of new campaigns 

Establish deep relationships with national brands and media/advertising agencies 

Grow existing portfolio of WBD Sports clients, to drive and upsell revenue B/R revenue 

Facilitate AE’s in educating media agencies about B/R specific advertising and content strategies across its O&O properties and social channels 

Creative strategy: Work with brands to define their brand identity on social platforms in terms of brand purpose, voice, and content themes through half or full day workshops 

Proficiency in GAM, DFA, IAS, Comscore Media Metrix, Operative, and SalesForce 

 

The Essentials 

1-3 years’ experience working at a media agency or publisher managing a brand’s digital advertising strategy and buying activities 

Proven track record of negotiating, structuring, and closing complex brand partnerships 

An entrepreneurial mindset – strong desire to work in sales and team environment 

Lead in the creation of proposals for incoming RFP’s by creating media plans to meet advertiser needs 

Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 

A sports enthusiast who regularly follows one or more college or professional sports teams 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

 

The Perks 

Paid time off every year to volunteer 

Access to well-being tools, resources, and freebies  

Part of the Warner Bros Discovery family of powerhouse brands 

 

 

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, 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: $55,062.00 - $102,258.00 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.