Studio Security Guard (Swing, Graveyard, and Weekends)

Warner Bros. Discovery; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 23,764 - 33,846; Full time

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking a Security Officer in Burbank, CA to protect employees and property across the Main Lot, Ranch, and off‑lot facilities. You will manage visitor access, conduct vehicle and item searches, and report incidents as part of a dynamic security team.

The role requires a minimum of 1 year of security experience, a Guard Card, a valid California driver’s license, and flexibility to work at least 3 days per week including weekends. Union membership is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year security officer experience in a corporate/office environment.
• Guard Card required.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and a safe driving record for at least 6 months.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule (minimum 3 days a week, with one day on Saturday or Sunday).
• Must join union (Studio Security and Fire Association) and adhere to union requirements and fees.
• May drive between facilities using company vehicles as assigned.
• Position requires physical exertion such as cycling, walking/standing, stairs, lifting up to 50+ lbs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills and Microsoft Office experience required.

Responsibilities

• Protect and serve all employees and visitors and safeguard Company property.
• Guard assignments include gates, offices, events, and off‑lot facilities as required.
• Issue visitor passes, conduct searches, monitor traffic, and write incident reports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• To protect and serve all employees and visitors and to safeguard Company property.
• May be assigned to studio gates, office buildings, or on and off lot events, parties, premieres, screenings, Content Protection, Executive Protection and Audience shows on the Main Lot, at the Ranch, other Warner Bros. off‑lot facilities or an off‑lot location.
• Issues visitor passes at studio gates and buildings; conducts vehicle and personal item searches; performs metal detections, directs and assists visitors; monitors and directs on‑lot pedestrian and vehicle traffic; patrols and monitors Company premises to ensure that only authorized individuals enter Company premises; maintains a log of security activities; observes and reports unusual and suspect activities; prepares written Incident reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experiences

• Minimum 1 year required of Security Officer experience in a corporate/office environment.
• Guard Card required.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and a record of safe driving with at least 6 months of driving history.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule (minimum 3 days a week, with one day being Saturday or Sunday).
• Must join union (Studio Security and Fire Association) and adhere to union requirements and fees.
• May be required to drive occasionally throughout main lot in Burbank and between facilities using a variety of company owned vehicles (golf‑carts, large SUV, van, pickup truck and in some cases motorcycle) based on assignment. Traveling between facilities may require driving through surface streets and highways.
• Position requires physical exertion such as riding a bike, walking/standing for extended periods, climbing stairs, and lifting/maneuvering items weighing up to 50+ lbs.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills and Microsoft Office experience required.

Compensation and Benefits

In compliance with local & state law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles that will be performed in Burbank, CA. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Rate: $20.91 per hour. 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).

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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