Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery⦠the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Areā¦
When we say, āthe stuff dreams are made of,ā weāre not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBDās 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 whatās nextā¦
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 RoleĀ
We are seeking aĀ SeniorĀ Product Manager to lead the evolution ofĀ Keystone,Ā anĀ internal production technology platform that serves as the front door to the content supply chain. Keystone supports productions fromĀ initialĀ intakeĀ through final asset delivery, connecting production teams, vendors, QC, localization, and internal distribution systems.Ā
This role sits at the intersection of production, post-production, engineering, and operations. TheĀ SeniorĀ Product Manager willĀ be responsible forĀ defining product strategy, translating real production needs into scalable platform solutions, and ensuring Keystone continues to meet the demands of a rapidly growing portfolio of shows,Ā users, and workflows.Ā
This isāÆnotāÆa consumer application role. Keystone is a complex, business-critical platform used daily byĀ both internal and externalĀ teams working under tight schedules and pressure.Ā
Your Role Responsibilities:Ā
Product Strategy & OwnershipĀ
Work closely with the team lead to developĀ the product vision and roadmap for Keystone in partnership withĀ Global Content Operations (GCO)Ā leadershipĀ
Define and prioritize features that improve production onboarding, vendor collaboration,Ā operationalĀ workflows,Ā and asset deliveryĀ Ā
Balance short-term production needs with long-term platform scalability and sustainabilityĀ
Design an operations-first user experience that seamlessly lifts terrestrial and manual workflows into cloud-enabled, highly automated solutionsĀ Ā
Partner with systems architects to build a future-state, hybrid supply chain that supports both high touch craftsmanship as well as streamlined, machine-driven workflowsĀ Ā Ā
Production Workflow ExpertiseĀ
Develop a deep understanding of end-to-end production, post-production, finishing, and distributionĀ workflowsĀ
Translate real-world production pain points into clear, actionable product requirementsĀ
Ensure Keystone supports howĀ teamsĀ actually operateānot just how systems are designed on paperĀ
Understand and evangelize the use of media supply products and orchestration backbonesĀ
Educate key stakeholdersĀ on the mechanics of Keystone, SDVI, and MAM architecturesĀ
Conduct market analyses and competitive landscape exercises to stay abreast of industry solutionsĀ
Cross-Functional LeadershipĀ
Serve as the primary bridge between:Ā
Keystone Development team and GCO leadershipĀ
Vendors and external partnersĀ
Engineering and infrastructure teamsĀ
Operations and support teamsĀ
Lead stakeholder alignment across multiple brands and production typesĀ
Design and build a product team of direct reportsĀ including product and UX specialistsĀ
Visit key WBD locations to capture andĀ comprehendĀ workflows from the ground upĀ
Attend industry conferences toĀ collect data on potential integration opportunitiesĀ
Requirements & DeliveryĀ
Write clear product requirements, user stories, and workflow documentationĀ
Decompose complex business needs into actionable instructionsĀ
Partner closely with engineering to scope, prioritize, and deliver featuresĀ
Participate inĀ strategic roadmap planning, backlogĀ refinement, andĀ sprintĀ planningĀ
User Experience & AdoptionĀ
Advocate for usability in a system used by production staff under constant deadline pressureĀ
Collect feedback from vendors and internal usersĀ
Drive adoption by ensuring the platform is intuitive, reliable, and aligned with real production needsĀ
OptimizeĀ the platform for E2E workflow observability and operational effectivenessĀ
Operational AwarenessĀ
Understand how product decisions impact:Ā
Internal/external userĀ onboardingĀ
Asset movement and storageĀ
Transcode,Ā QC, andĀ localization pipelinesĀ
Metadata, packaging, and delivery processesĀ
Security and content protection requirementsĀ
QualificationsĀ
5+ years of Product Management experienceĀ
Experience in mediaĀ &Ā entertainment, production, post-production, or content supply chain workflowsĀ
Proven ability to translate complex operational processes into clear product requirementsĀ
Experience working with technical teams and understanding system integrationsĀ
Strong stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical groupsĀ
Preferred ExperienceĀ
Asset management, media pipelines, or workflow systemsĀ
Vendor ecosystems and external partner integrationsĀ
Internal enterprise platforms rather than consumer productsĀ
Localization, QC, or content delivery workflowsĀ
10+ years of Product and/or Program Management experienceĀ in the Media & Ent spaceĀ
Industry-recognized credentials such as MBA, PMP, PMI-ACP, CSPO, CSM, AWS-CP, CPMĀ
How We Get Things Doneā¦
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 youāre 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. Discoveryās total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $123,200.00 - $228,800.00 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 youāre 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.Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site
