Manager Cartoon Network Jobs in El Segundo, CA (NOW HIRING)

The VP, Content Strategy for WB Animation develops and implements content licensing strategies for original productions, builds strategic third‑party platform relationships to support project monetization, and identifies and capitalizes on new content opportunities.

• Creates content strategy plans, while also working closely with business operations to implement business strategies and builds alignment with the development and creative teams to implement designated strategies.
• Identifies licensing opportunities in the domestic marketplace for both new and returning series; negotiates key topline licensing terms with external platforms; develops and maintains relationships with external network/platform partners.
• Identifies first‑window international licensing opportunities, as needed, for new series.
• Coordinates with the WBTV distribution team to find collaborative opportunities for original productions to amplify library deals.
• Oversees internal and external presentations regarding content currently in production or development.
• Acts as liaison between the WB Animation departments—Production, Business & Legal Affairs, etc.—to streamline the flow of information.
• Develops and maintains relationships with various other Warner Bros. Discovery divisions—Cartoon Network, Consumer Products, DC Comics, etc.—regarding WB Animation series.
• Identifies properties (library, original, third‑party, etc.) to develop for animated series, shorts, videos, and online content for the family demographic.
• Maintains a leadership role in all global initiatives, including the APAC Animation Committee and development opportunities in Korea, LatAm, and other distinct international markets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• 10+ years of experience in animation licensing and/or development and production required.
• Experience working with Network Executives and Creative Management required.
• Experience negotiating licensing terms.
• Complete mastery of the animation development process a must.
• Experience effectively supervising all aspects of current series production.
• Experience working with overseas studios and networks on development and production, specifically in Asia and/or Europe required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

• Strong knowledge of animation production process and industry marketplace.
• Knowledge of product licensing, territorial rights and windowing strategy.
• Strong reputation and extensive contact within the television animation industry.
• Knowledge of children’s television network standards and practices.
• Ability to track and maintain assets and various information.
• Ability to interact knowledgeably and effectively with other divisions providing or exploiting rights ancillary to animated productions.
• Proven ability to pitch projects (including supervising pitches by artistic talent) and prepare and present information about projects.

• Must be able to review and comprehend detailed documents.
• Must be detail‑oriented.
• Must be able to handle confidential information.
• Must be able to solve problems within scope of responsibility.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be extremely organized.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks.

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.

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: $161,000.00 - $299,000.00 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.

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we 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, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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