Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here. 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’... more details
Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.
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.
Warner Bros Discovery is a powerful portfolio of iconic entertainment, news, and sports brands. We bring people, technology, and the world’s best storytellers together to drive culture and meaningful connection. We believe the enduring power of stories can open our eyes to the world, to each other, and to new and different perspectives.
Join us. Shape your story here.
Your New Role...
We are seeking an energetic team member for the position of Associate Product Manager, Accessibility and Community. This team member will report to the Sr. Manager, Product Accessibility. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally with the design, program, and engineering teams to ensure all features are accessible to meet the needs of our Max, Discovery+, TV Everywhere and WBD global audiences.
A successful candidate must be an innovative thinker with the capacity to cultivate community. They will be energized by working across teams to organize solutions and empower others with an eye to always multiplying knowledge across the organization. They must also be comfortable with user testing, customer interviews and experimentation. They will collaborate on a roadmap with at least a 12 month horizon. They must be comfortable engaging with stakeholders and peers to communicate and prioritize effectively and must be adaptable and collaborative in a fast-paced environment. This role will require working cross-functionally within the Product and Design organization as well as with stakeholders across technology, marketing, content and PMO, both domestically and internationally. The role requires someone who can work autonomously, have strong organizational and analytical skills, as well as be a proven collaborator who can problem solve.
This individual will oversee the design and implementation of accessible growth features across Max, Discovery +, ATVE, and BEAM, ensuring that technology on our platforms is accessible to all. They will also build communities of users to provide insight and feedback into the accessibility of our products.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Collaborate on the strategic approach for the accessibility of a discrete set of Growth Features, beginning from the root problem and designing appropriate solution with Legal, research, and other cross functional partners. Growth Features include but are not limited to: registration, purchase flow, authentication, profiles, and settings
As the strategy unfolds, a successful Associate Product Manager will gather, define, and clearly document requirements. We expect a high level of skill in written communication.
Partner with Design/UX team to ensure design thinking is incorporated in every phase of the process. As a team, they will ensure that customer usability is always at the forefront. A successful Associate Product Manager has a working knowledge of design and usability best practices and is highly collaborative with design partners.
Once the strategy and documentation are mature enough, a successful Associate Product Manager will be adept at stakeholder management. Sharing requirements across multiple stakeholder groups and refining with every round of feedback. A high level of communication and collaborative ability is expected.
Once the strategy, documentation and refinement are mature, an Associate Product Manager will be able to leverage research and competitive analysis to recommend a priority for the feature. They will anchor all decisions in the broader company and product strategy, ensuring alignment across a diverse set of high priority initiatives. A successful Associate Product Manager will grow a systematic, measurable approach to prioritization in their first year.
Identify metrics and objectives that clearly identify when a feature is working, discoverable and successful. Conversely, metrics should also be designed to help identify gaps and opportunities. A successful Associate Product Manager can consume data and provide business insights because their metrics have been well-designed.
Once a feature is in market, an Associate Product Manager will conduct regular service reviews and analysis of product health with their teammates in order to recommend the most effective iteration on existing features and capabilities.
Build healthy, trusting relationships and contribute to a culture of respect. A successful Associate Product Manager is able to give feedback respectfully, exchange ideas respectfully and receive feedback humbly.
Qualifications & Experience...
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3+ years of Accessibility experience
Fluency in American Sign Language is a plus
Customer Obsessed and a Human-Centric Thinker
Strong written skills with a focus on drafting simple documentation which communicates complex subject matter.
Experience developing data driven roadmaps including the use of multi-variant testing to inform decisioning.
Prior experience working within portfolio management systems (ex: JIRA, Confluence, Asana) preferred
Must possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Thrives in a team that believes in working fast, being accountable, and learning from mistakes
Demonstrated interpersonal and strong communication skills
Formal and informal presentation skills in small and large group settings
Detail-oriented; self-starter, accountable, and empowered
Collaborative work style
The Perks...
Exclusive Warner Bros Discovery events and advance screenings
Paid time off every year to volunteer for eligible employees
Access to well-being tools, resources, and freebies
Access to in-house learning and development resources
Part of the Warner Bros Discovery family of powerhouse brands
Warner Bros Discovery and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment 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.
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.
The Legal Bits…
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: $72,240.00 - $134,160.00 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.
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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
