Executive Assistant II, WBTV Drama Development

Warner Bros. Discovery; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking an executive assistant to provide administrative support for two Senior Vice Presidents of Drama Development. The role requires strong calendar management, call handling, and document preparation in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include 2+ years of admin experience, familiarity with television production, and excellent grammar, typing, and organizational skills. Some college is preferred, with studio and literary agency exposure a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of executive/administrative support experience.
• Familiarity with television industry.
• Studio experience preferred.
• Literary agency experience preferred.
• Some college preferred.
• Knowledge of show production is a plus.
• Typing 55 wpm.
• MS Word, Windows and Excel proficiency.
• Strong grammar and proofreading skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains calendar, schedules appointments and meetings.
• Answers telephones, screens calls, logs and places calls.
• Writes script coverage and tracks submissions.
• Maintains and organizes filing system.
• Opens, records and distributes incoming mail.
• Proofreads, photocopies and distributes material.
• Prepares deal memos, correspondence and expense reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Executive support

Administrative support

Communication skills

Typing 55 wpm

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Discretion / confidentiality

Proficiency in MS Word

Education

Some college

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Windows

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

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.

Warner Bros. has been entertaining audiences for more than 90 years through the world’s most-loved characters and franchises. Warner Bros. employs people all over the world in a wide variety of disciplines. We're always on the lookout for energetic, creative people to join our team.

This executive assistant position will provide administrative support for two Senior Vice Presidents of Drama Development.

Maintains calendar, schedules appointments, meetings and notes call, etc.

Answers telephones, screens, logs and places calls.

Writes script coverage and tracks all submissions.

Maintains and organizes a filing system.

Opens, records and distributes incoming mail.

Proofreads, photocopies and distributes material.

Prepares documents such as deal memos, correspondence and expense reports.

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience…

2+ years of prior assistant/administrative experience required.

Familiarity with television industry required.

Previous studio experience strongly preferred.

Literary agency experience preferred.

Some college preferred.

Knowledge of show production is a plus

PC Skills: MS Word, Windows, and Excel required.

Knowledge of file set-up, maintenance, and filing procedures.

Knowledge of basic math, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and English usage.

Knowledge of report, letter, logs, etc. formats required.

Must have exceptional grammar skills.

Typing: 55 wpm

Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels, in person and on the telephone.

Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions.

Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively.

Must have the ability to work well under time constraints.

Must be able to handle multiple tasks.

Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.

Must be able to handle confidential information.

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.

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: $42,224.00 - $78,416.00 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.