VP, Animation Content Strategy & Licensing

Warner Media, LLC.; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery in Burbank, CA seeks a VP of Content Strategy for WB Animation to develop licensing strategies for original productions and build strategic platform relationships for monetization.

You will identify and capitalize on new content opportunities, coordinate with distribution and production teams, and lead global initiatives across regions and divisions. Strong leadership in animation licensing is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in animation licensing and/or development and production.
• Experience negotiating licensing terms with networks/platforms.
• Experience supervising current series production and overseas partnerships.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates content strategy plans and aligns with development and creative teams.
• Identifies licensing opportunities domestically and negotiates terms with external platforms.
• Identifies first‑window international licensing opportunities for new series.
• Coordinates with WBTV distribution to amplify library deals and collaborations.
• Leads internal/external presentations on content in production or development.
• Liaises between WB Animation departments to streamline information flow.
• Maintains relationships with Warner Bros. Discovery divisions regarding animation series.
• Identifies properties to develop for animated series, shorts, and online content for families.
• Leads global initiatives including APAC Committee and opportunities in Korea, LatAm, etc.

Skills

Animation licensing

Negotiation

Leadership

International partnerships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Warner Bros. Discovery in Burbank, CA seeks a VP of Content Strategy for WB Animation to develop licensing strategies for original productions and build strategic platform relationships for monetization.

You will identify and capitalize on new content opportunities, coordinate with distribution and production teams, and lead global initiatives across regions and divisions. Strong leadership in animation licensing is required.