VP, Communications & Media Relations - Warner Bros.

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 New Role...

The VP, Communications & Media Relations will serve as a senior strategic leader shaping and safeguarding the company's global reputation. Overseeing media relations, press, and external communications, this role drives strategies that elevate the company's profile and reinforce its standing as a trusted industry leader across markets.

Reporting directly to the Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer, the VP of Communications & Media Relations will lead a high-performing, global team and serve as the primary architect of external narrative development, proactive media engagement, crisis communications, corporate social strategy, news gathering and thought leadership programs. This position requires a strategic communicator who can navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, operate in high-pressure environments, and deliver measurable results that align with the company's mission and business objectives.

The ideal candidate is a senior-level communications executive with a proven track record in managing large-scale corporate communications functions, building high-impact media relationships, and advising senior leadership on strategic reputation matters.

Because this role encompasses multiple critical communications functions, the responsibilities are broad in scope, highly visible, and essential to the company's global reputation management.

Your Role Accountabilities...

Corporate Communications & External Messaging

• Lead the development and execution of the company's global corporate communications strategy, aligning messaging across business units, geographies, and platforms.
• Serve as the company's chief steward of its brand narrative and public positioning.
• Ensure consistent, compelling, and transparent messaging across all corporate channels.

Media Relations & Press Engagement

Crisis Communications & Issues Management

Executive & Thought Leadership

Team Leadership & Operations

Qualifications & Experience...

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 : $209,300.00 - $388,700.00 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.

If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.