Integrated Marketing Strategy Manager, Bleacher Report
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.Bleacher Report is looking for a smart, creative, detail-oriented sports enthusiast to join our Integrated Strategy team as a Manager. This individual will be responsible for building custom solutions and overseeing campaigns across the sales cycle. The cross functional role interfaces with a variety of internal teams to develop and execute innovative, highly effective solutions that solve complex client needs.Responsibilities:
Collaborate with sales teams and internal stakeholders to develop multiplatform RFP responses in a timely and efficient manner.
Lead all internal planning and brainstorming discussions in response to RFPs
Compose concise, accurate and creative decks in response to RFPs
Activate and manage sponsorship programs across all platforms
Project management including managing all timelines, client expectations/KPIs (in partnership with sales), engaging and overseeing tactics across multiple departments
Create compelling and unique sponsorship and content marketing offerings aligned with network and digital priorities
Prioritize and manage multiple projects at any one time and with minimal direction
Work with internal stakeholders to create and manage production timelines
Manage client and media agency partners through activation phase
Develop, maintain and strengthen relationships with clients and their agencies, as well as with all key divisions
Represent WBD Ad Sales in external meetings with high-level clients
Accountable for the performance and results of a team or project
Mentor junior level positions.
Requirements:
Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management skills; ability to work independently and co-exist within a team
Demonstrated self-starter with leadership and project management skills, but the self-awareness necessary to understand when/where to ask for help and guidance
Proven ability to think creatively and strategically while navigating difficult and complex issues in a large, highly matrixed, dynamic corporate setting.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment
Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail
Hands-on experience with digital platforms and web technologies preferred
Working knowledge of Keynote and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience processing and responding to client RFPs
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of skills, training and/or experience required.
4+ years of integrated marketing experience. Experience in digital/social or Ad Sales a plus.
Prior management experience a plus, as the role provides leadership to project teams or third party partners.
Ability to travel throughout the year to attend shoots, client meetings and other necessary ad sales events, etc.
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 WBDWarner 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 (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) 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: $70,001.00 - $130,002.00 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.