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 Role

The Director, Production Operations oversees the production management team and supports the overall day to day operations across the studio. They work directly with each production working on lot on a given day and ensure our production clients have the support they need while also looking after the overall interests of the company. The lot has on average 14 productions based here with a healthy mix of independent and third party production working across the facility, each with their own production challenges and logistics to work out. This role will work closely with the Director, Leasing and the Leasing team to assign contracted work to the production managers and supervise projects through final billing. They will also support scheduling and production logistics for WBD’s Global Publicity work taking place on the lot.

This role will work closely supporting our Studio Services teams as they schedule maintenance and repairs around the facility and supports the Special Events team as they coordinate event logistics around production activity. The Director, Lot Operations will also closely work alongside the Production Rentals team in supporting the individual needs of each rental department. This role will also support the needs of the Studio Tour as they navigate the studio facility.

The Director, Production Operations will oversee the Production Managers supporting the new Ranch Lot once it’s finished in Q1 2026 as well as support production logistics for that facility in addition to the main lot. Finally, this role will oversee and maintain accuracy of our booking and billing software, Xytech MediaPulse, and work alongside the finance team for weekly confirmation of lot activity.

Your Role

Coordinates production utilization of our facilities including scheduling and managing the Xytech calendar alongside the production managersWorking alongside Studio Services and Special Events to support scheduling logistics and maintenanceSupervises the managerial and clerical staff for main lot and ranch operations.  Scheduling and oversight concerning logistics of Publicity, Tours, Special Events and all non-production related lot activity.Ranch Studios oversight. Oversee The Ranch operations and onsite coverage during vacations and on an as needed basis.

Requirements & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required5-8 years in film/television production or production facility operationsEnthusiasm for entertainment production and the idiosyncratic challenges it presentsExcellent oral and written communication skillsCalm and cool under intense pressure working with colorful personalitiesAbility to withstand and thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced workload and effectively balance expedient responses with good judgementOverview to assess the requests/needs of a specific client with the big picture (i.e. needs of all clients as well as the company) and make decisions accordinglyHigh standards of detail and self-review to ensure accurate communicationProficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook programsMust be able to quickly learn new software programs custom to Studio client support (e.g. Planon, Xytech MediaPulse, Salesforce)Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as photocopying equipment and multi-function devices

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 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: $93,100.00 - $172,900.00 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.