Manager, Archives Exhibitions & Events

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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.

Your Role

The Manager, Archives Exhibitions & Events supports Warner Bros. Discovery Archives efforts to build and maintain our collections and tools, and acts as an enthusiastic advocate and personal representative for the Archive in the company by promoting our resources, programs, and services.

The Manager, Archives Exhibitions & Events is responsible for the daily management of loans provided by the Warner Bros. Discovery Archives, Global Themed Entertainment and with other business groups, to identify and approve Archive holdings appropriate for exhibition and events and serves as our liaison between Global Themed Entertainment and other groups for all Warner Bros. Discovery brands.

The Manager, Archives Exhibitions & Events refines, implements, and upholds archival policies and procedures with regard to selecting, processing, documenting, transporting, and providing access to archival collections.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Responsible for research, selection, and execution of events and exhibitions. Supervise Archival Representatives, and other support staff and interns as assigned, to ensure they perform their duties appropriately. Provide training and coaching as needed.
• Liaise with Global Themed Entertainment, Production Executives, Marketing, Publicity, and other internal and external partners to ensure events and exhibitions are approved and branded appropriately. Support and service requests for research and provide cost estimates.
• Partner with warehouse staff to ensure asset movement is seamless, and workspaces are in place to support the transfer of assets to and from Archives.
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs and accepted workflows (manage displays and exhibits, labor and security required for the event, ensure assets are processed correctly, and Loan Agreements and Carnets are properly documented, oversee valuations, etc.)

Experience & Qualifications

• Min 5 years’ experience in Archives and Entertainment required
• Previous experience working with inventory systems (Asset Hub highly preferred)
• Previous experience with project management software (Asana highly preferred)
• Previous experience dealing directly with customers/customer service
• Experience working with all levels of corporate and production hierarchy
• MLIS/Archive Administration/Museum Curation preferred or equivalent work experience
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Candidate must possess excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be able to work collaboratively
• Should have excellent research skills
• Must be able to lift boxes or materials 25+ lbs. when necessary, working in an industrial/warehouse environment.
• Must be flexible

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: $58,100.00 - $107,900.00 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.