Senior Staff, Program Management
Warner Bros. Discovery
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.
Role Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Program Manager with exceptional project management discipline and delivery oversight experience to drive mission-critical programs across Converged Advertising, Affiliate Systems, and International Linear. This role requires operational rigor, stakeholder fluency, and the ability to convert strategic goals into measurable delivery milestones.
Core Responsibilities
Program Management & Delivery Oversight
Lead complex, cross-functional technology programs from initiation through delivery
Build detailed execution roadmaps with milestone accountability, dependencies, risk tracking, and cross-team coordination
Own RAID logs, change control processes, and governance rituals (e.g., QBRs, WBRs, SteerCo reviews)
Drive relentless follow-through, ensuring timelines are met and scope remains controlled
Program Analytics & Operational Reporting
Define and track KPIs for delivery velocity, budget adherence, risk exposure, and value realization
Develop and manage dashboards to monitor program progress across strategic initiatives
Partner with Finance and Operations to ensure delivery alignment with quarterly/annual goals and budgets
Vendor & Partner Oversight
Manage multiple external vendor teams ensuring performance to contract (SOWs, SLAs, timecards, and billing compliance)
Facilitate vendor onboarding, reviews, and escalations for technical or delivery gaps
Support commercial management including rate cards, change orders, and invoice validation
Executive Communication
Craft crisp updates for SVP and C-level stakeholders with emphasis on decision readiness, blockers, and ROI
Build visual dashboards, program briefs, and strategic narratives for business and technical audiences
Required Qualifications
12+ years of experience in program/project management with a focus on large-scale, multi-track technology initiatives
Demonstrated track record of owning and delivering programs with cross-org complexity and business impact
Deep fluency in Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, and program governance best practices
Strong understanding of financial planning, vendor management, and enterprise operations
Preferred Experience
Media, AdTech, or Broadcast industry experience
Salesforce, AWS, or Data Platform delivery oversight
PMP, PgMP, or Agile/Scrum certifications
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 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.If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
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: $159,180.00 - $295,620.00 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.