Manager, Distribution Security Content

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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...

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Distribution Security Technology, the Manager, Distribution Security Technology role will perform due diligence on content protection technologies and other technical aspects of content delivery systems in use by potential Warner Bros. Discovery licensees and affiliates globally. Primary responsibilities include analysis of technical questionnaires submitted by potential licensees to ensure alignment with requirements. The Manager will regularly interact with WBD’s Legal, Distribution & Licensing teams as well as global licensees and affiliates.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Provide a summary report on systems reviewed to supervisor for final approval.
• Performs due diligence on content protection technologies and other technical aspects of content delivery systems in use by potential Warner Bros. Discovery licensees by reviewing technical questionnaires submitted by potential licensees and providing feedback to the licensee, to their supervisor, and Warner Bros. Discovery sales and legal teams.
• Meet with vendors who may have technology of interest to Warner Bros. Discovery for protecting and distributing content.
• Stay familiar with media industry standards and practices related to digital transmission and content protection.
• Represent WBD in content & distribution security industry groups and standards bodies (NCTA, SMPTE, MPA, CDSA, MovieLabs, etc.).

Qualifications & Experience...

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in distribution engineering or systems engineering, preferably related to broadcast/cable television or OTT platforms. Advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of audio/video/digital compression and transmission systems.
• Extensive knowledge of content protection systems and technologies (digital rights management/conditional access systems, watermarking, geo-filtering, output protection technologies).
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Builds and maintains collaborative relationships; values the diversity of people, programming and perspectives; displays the ability to work in a team environment and solicits input from a variety of individuals, departments, and divisions.

This position is required to work in person at one of our locations in the United States. WBD requires anyone working in our workplaces in the U.S. to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemptions to this vaccine requirement are available to those entitled to reasonable accommodations for religious or medical reasons.

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.

The Legal Bits…

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 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 paid time off (PTO).

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 need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].