Senior Analyst Program Operations

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.

OVERVIEW

Sr. Analyst, Editorial Metadata Governance is an important role responsible for governing descriptive metadata for all content and platforms in United States English.  This role is responsible for writing accurate and engaging editorial metadata, editing titles and descriptions, and assigning taxonomy/tags for media assets.  They will curate and maintain metadata for an enterprise-level asset library, establishing and enforcing best practices, in partnership with the broader metadata team.  Candidate must be expertly fluent in US English (fluency in languages other English will be considered as a bonus).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates quality, error free, factually correct metadata (titles, descriptions and keywords), making sure that Search Engine Optimization (SEO) best practices are upheld as much as possible
• Works with brand partners to ensure keywords/taxonomy and other related video metadata are in line with SEO goals
• Develops and/or enhances style guides or taxonomy values to ensure the appropriate message, tone, and "look and feel”
• Coordinates metadata delivery with all key stakeholders and vendors
• Enters metadata for content library based on deadline workflow
• Responds to inquiries and creates/edits metadata as needed
• Establishes appropriate links for connecting videos to other relevant material
• Ensure ongoing accuracy, quality, and on-time delivery of metadata, including video assets as well as associated people and organizations
• Maintains data quality post-production on library assets for future repurpose

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications, English or another directly related field
• 5+ years’ experience in copywriting, editing, communications or directly related field.
• Preferred: Experience with taxonomies and cataloging assets. Library/Information science background is advantageous.
• Excellent writing skills, with strong attention to grammar and composition in US English
• Experience with digital media assets including knowledge of production practices and distribution
• Copy editing skills including communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
• Familiarity with WBD content and a general knowledge of US popular culture
• Working knowledge of AP Style and ability to adhere to in-house style guides
• Personal computing skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database applications
• Data entry and internet research skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work
• Ability to work to a deadline
• Ability to multitask

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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability 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.

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