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.

You’re the person who: 

Instinctively knows why one video blows up on TikTok while another shines on Reels. 

Spots trends before they trend and shapes what’s next in social.

Doesn’t wait for the green light, you spot the gaps before they emerge, knowing that great ideas don’t always come from a brief. 

Takes creative concepts from brainstorms and collaborations to breaking the internet 

Naturally gravitates toward everything from the latest business headlines to gaming drops, entertainment buzz to viral moments and everything in between.  

 

The Job: 

The newly created role is yours for the taking, it will be what you make it!  Senior Manager, Social /Head of Social will lead and drive the D2C social strategy (and its platforms) for the launch and beyond of the new streaming service Max.  

In this job you will:

Lead the charge in crafting and championing world-class editorial strategies for some of the biggest brands in entertainment (hero Max + HBO + Warner Bros. + Discovery + Harry Potter + DC).  

Help shape how our global brands invest in and approach editorial creative. 

Elevate our appointed agency’s content and strategic game while keeping us ahead of our competitors. 

Turn cultural moments into opportunities through sharp social listening and strategic thinking.  

Reporting and analyzing results to share with local and global leads and beyond.  

 

Reporting directly to the Senior Director, Marketing and Publicity ANZ.  This role will have one direct report, Social Media Manager in Sydney, to support the execution of strategy.   

  

What sets you apart: 

Leadership presence with outstanding presentation and interpersonal skills. 

Strategic mindset paired with creative firepower. 

A proven track record of creating ideas that captivate social audiences  

Ability to tell compelling brand stories  

Talent for translating cultural moments into fresh, relevant content. 

Natural mentor who can inspire and develop junior team members while fostering a culture of creativity and growth. 

 

Specific Role Requirements: 

Strategic Leadership & Creative Direction 

We’re starting from 0 so we need a strong drive for Max’s creative vision by developing and implementing innovative editorial strategies that elevate our mission of creating conversation-worthy ideas 

Spearhead the strategic direction and creative excellence for Australia to be one of the best in social at WBD  

Help lead, create and mentor agency and creatives to deliver industry-leading, audience-first creative thinking 

Build and nurture internal and global colleagues and stakeholders serving as a true collaborator, the Australian editorial authority and trusted colleague.  

 

Editorial Excellence & Content Strategy 

Oversee and create multi-channel content strategies and ensure seamless execution across social platforms 

Define and maintain editorial standards, tone of voice, and quality benchmarks for Max Australia 

Transform insights into compelling narratives and measurable content strategies 

Be the architect on integrated social campaigns that effectively blend owned, earned, and paid media 

Pioneer new approaches to content creation that keeps Max at the forefront of social innovation 

 

The Essentials:  

8+ years’ experience in social media marketing, ideally within an entertainment, D2C or consumer marketing company.   

Demonstrated track record of leading and managing strong stakeholder relationships with a high degree of professionalism.  

Proficient with photo and video software editing tools including but not limited to Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Canva, Illustrator, InDesign FinalCut.  

Deep understanding of platform-specific content strategies and emerging social media trends. 

Strong portfolio showcasing successful, large-scale social campaigns and editorial initiatives. 

Expert knowledge and skill in reporting and presenting on social media analytics, content measurement, and ROI optimisation. 

Ability to thrive in an ever-changing digital environment and comfortable working well under pressure. 

A genuine, enthusiastic and passionate fan of entertainment, pop culture, new trends with excitement for WBD content and product. 

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, 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.