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Warner Bros. Discovery Programmer 1, App Programming (Temporary) in New York, New York
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.
Your New Role...
The App Programming Temp is responsible for finding engaging sports content for B/R's mobile app, website and communities. They are tasked with covering breaking news, sending push notifications, curating content for the largest audiences in the B/R app. They will also own projects, execute push notification plans and run event coverage around key NBA and NFL tentpole events.
Your Role Accountabilities...
Write push notifications about breaking news, viral moments in sports and sports culture
Cover all major sports as they happen including NBA, NFL and National news
Program engaging content about relevant leagues and teams across all platforms, work cross-functionally with social, editorial, live programming and content planning teams
Channel B/R's voice as you distribute content across all platforms
Curate a best-in-class user experience in B/Rs largest communities
Qualifications & Experiences...
Passionate sports fan, 1-3 years of professional experience preferred
Expert level NBA and NFL knowledge preferred
Frequent user of B/R app, understanding how it works as a fan
A keen awareness of B/R’s voice. When breaking news happens, be expected to know how B/R reacts on multiple platforms
Previous experience sending push notifications a plus
Working nights and weekends expected, we work when sports happen
Experience cutting highlights and short videos a plus
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 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.
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.