Senior Casting Director Production Jobs

Job Summary:

The Sr. Manager, Human Resources Business Partner, Production has overall responsibility for their client group ensuring proactive partnership, providing insight and support through sensitive topics and themes, and delivery of effective HR strategies for DGE content productions. This role will sit at the intersection of HR, ER, Production/Show Leadership and Production Executives. Reporting into the Director, Production HRBP this Sr. Manager will be asked to think broadly about how to support diverse, inclusive production workplace environments proactively and intentionally. The individual is responsible for helping shape the production employee experience, ensuring that our production populations and production/show leaders are fully supported from an HR perspective throughout the lifecycle of a production.

• Partner with the Studio senior leadership team (Development, Current, Casting and Production Executives) and Show leaders to establish an HR strategic vision needed to support and drive inclusive, safe and respectful workplace environments.
• Enhance the on-set experience by engaging with production leaders/executives at key steps in the lifecycle of the production, inclusive of development, training and performance management. Providing insight on trends.
• Facilitate trainings/on-boarding sessions for writers' rooms, cast/crew (200ppl) and leadership training to Head of Departments on a frequent basis.
• Provide pro-active partnership to productions getting ahead of any issues that may arise such as sensitive topics. Provide continuous partnership and education by providing resources such as: RespectAbility, IllumiNative, GLAAD, Crew Helpline, EAP.
• Understand the theme of the production and bring in support as needed such as intimacy coordinators, accessibility coordinators, and work closely with productions throughout the perspective scenes as needed. Request and read scripts as needed to understand the show *** ter and getting ahead of anything that may arise.
• Develop and drive DEI initiatives in partnership with Show leaders, HR/ER Leadership and with the Corporate DE&I team.
• Provide interpretation of HR policies, practices, and procedures specific to productions.
• Build and maintain relationships with *** internal resources and external resources that will help provide further insight to productions.
• Work with Employee Relations to identify trends, insights and areas of opportunity for improving the production work environment and conduct non-investigatory production environmental scans and post-production exit-interviews.
• Collaborate with Operations team to help with any operational aspects of productions such as: data gathering, start paperwork, background checks, process flows and other operational needs. Strong collaboration with Culture Initiatives team in providing support to productions from a wellbeing and DEI/Culture perspective.
• Facilitate the use of surveys to understand trends across productions both at an individual level and aggregate.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field of study.
• Minimum of 7 years professional HR experience with known to work in leading teams and partnering with senior executives.
• Strong understanding of Production environment.
• HR Leader with excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Must have the ability to navigate topics that fall under the DEI umbrella, compliance, foundational HR topics and be able to educate and provide support to productions.
• Solid ability to train a large population of production crew and principal talent ranging from 150 individuals to 500+ in person and on zoom.
• Ability to travel upto 25% by ground or plane.

Additional Qualifications

• HR leader with a collaborative style and the ability to i *** uence.
• Accountable, willing to take action, ability to make an impact, strong problem solver, innovative, creative, and resourceful.
• Ability to earn trust, quickly build relationships.
• Courage to express a different point of view.
• Uses sound judgment to solve complex people problems.
• Project management experience.
• Comfort level with ambiguity.
• Someone who truly enjoys film and the production environment.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $163,200 to $199,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** Entertainment Television:

*** Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at *** creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms *** +, *** and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of *** Entertainment, *** , *** Owned Television Stations, *** Branded Television, Freeform, FX, *** Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to *** Television *** , which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, *** Signature and *** Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, *** Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, *** Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise that includes three core business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , and *** Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with *** . , which is part of a business we call *** Entertainment Television .
*** . is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to *** 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

Performs various administrative duties for the Senior *** President, Sr. Labor Relations Counsel and *** President, Labor Relations

Your Role Accountabilities

• Perform clerical duties. Answer phones, schedule high volume meetings for labor executives, create and maintain digital and physical files, submit expense reports, and assist with travel arrangements. Open, review, record, distribute and prioritize mail. Perform other administrative tasks as assigned.
  

• Assist Director of Labor Relations to administer trust fund payroll and residuals audits. Gather and coordinate data requested by auditors with internal WB payroll and residuals departments and production. Track the status of audits in e-Counsel database. Review and redact information from employment agreements that are outside the scope of audits. Process trust fund invoices.
  

• Complete required Union/Guild forms. Complete signatory applications for unions and guilds to clear each new theatrical motion pictures and tv episode to start principal photography. Draft Letters of Guarantee (based upon templates) for distribution to WGA, DGA, SAG-AFTRA. Facilitate processing of benefit trust fund forms for crew members. Draft Related/Affiliated Entity documents for submission to the Motion Picture Industry Pension and Health Plans before principal photography.Research and draft Production Designer Screen Credit requests. Draft new hire letters for appropriate unions/guilds and Contract Services Administrative Trust Fund for roster placement.
  

• Track Union/Guild Contractual Deadlines. Track American Federation Musicians scoring deadlines. Track minor waivers sent to Departments of Labor. Track AMPTP information request deadlines. Track Arbitrator selection deadlines.
  

• Manage WGA Reacquisition Process. Draft responses to WGA Notices of Reacquisition. Track WGA reacquisition deadlines for Business Affairs, Legal Affairs and Labor to ensure rights do not lapse.
  

• Submit required Union reports. Submit DGA deal memos for each theatrical motion picture, quarterly earnings reports to DGA/SAG-AFTRA/IATSE, and OPEIU payroll reports.
  

• Maintain various databases to track union information. Maintain Claims Database to track all union claims to discern claim patterns for use in industry negotiations. Generate claims reports from the Database. Update Waiver Database to track waivers that Labor Executives request from Unions.
  

• Distribute labor documents. Distribute WB Labor Relations memos, AMPTP Notices to production executives. Distribute union collective bargaining agreements and Memoranda of Agreements to production clients after negotiations.
  

• Assist with Studio's annual compliance filing with the U.S. Department of Labor. Obtain and organize information from various studio divisions to assist labor executives supervising the filing.
  

• Organize flow of information for labor relations: Coordinate with WB Production Administration to create internal production reports identifying key information such as production personnel and contact information for each theatrical information. Update theatrical motion picture assignments. Update union contact lists. Take notes in pre-production conference calls for each production.
  

• Provide support for arbitrations. Assemble documents to help labor executives and outside counsel prepare for arbitration.
  

• Provide support during industry negotiations. Complete and verify for accuracy Authorization Lists naming different WB entities that AMPTP has authorization to negotiate for. Draft index of Union and Management Proposals to aid labor executives.
  

• Investigate claims involving smaller claim amounts. Research and investigate under labor executive's supervision SAG-AFTRA day player and background performer claims. Review film footage to investigate SAG-AFTRA upgrade claims. Interact with production personnel, casting representatives, payroll and union/guild Business Representatives as required.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous Labor Relations and/or Legal experience preferred
  
• Previous secretarial experience preferred
  
• Previous experience working in a confidential environment preferred
  
• Previous Entertainment Industry experience in television and/or film preferred.
  
• High School diploma required. College degree preferred.
  
• Must have strong writing skills and attention to detail.
  
• Typing at 50 wpm required
  
• Must have proficiency with Word, Excel, One Drive, Sharepoint and Adobe Acrobat.
  
• Must have knowledge of file set-up, maintenance, filing procedures, basic math, spelling, grammar, punctuation, report & letter formats.
  
• Must be able to handle heavy paper flow and extensive filing from both Supervisors
  
• Must be able to communicate effectively & tactfully with persons on all levels in person & on telephone
  
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail and understand written & oral instructions
  
• Must be able to work independently; must be able to take initiative
  
• Must be able to organize & schedule work effectively; must be able to handle multiple tasks
  
• Must be able to work well under time constraints; must be a team player
  
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
  
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to change priorities quickly
  
• Must be able to work flexible hours including overtime if and when necessary
  
• Must be able to take direction and instructions being given
  
• Must be able to keep track of current projects supervisors are handling
  

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. 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 *** Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $39,749.00 - $73,819.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, *** 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.

*** 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.

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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY *** Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, *** Entertainment is one of the world's most recognizable *** brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of *** Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell's Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, *** Entertainment's long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob's Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio *** Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), *** Entertainment *** (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit *** Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Senior *** President of Drama Programming and Development will be responsible for contributing to the creative strategy for *** Entertainment. The Senior *** President will supervise the development of new scripted content, from concept to series, as well as oversee all aspects of production for new and returning shows. The Senior *** President will be in charge of the overall creative activities related to the tracking, soliciting, procurement, evaluation, development, and oversight of the Network's shows They will also oversee every aspect of their shows, including taking full current responsibility for the creative decisions made with producers and all internal departments (casting, marketing, scheduling, research, etc.).

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee shows from creation to airing - casting, directors, music, etc.
• Generate creative notes for projects in active development as well as current series
• Put quality series on the air
• Take and evaluate pitches and scripts for potential development
• Take general meetings for future development and staffing
• Build the seasonal development slate
• Attend staff meetings and report the status of shows
• Make sure all departments are working cohesively to make the *** Entertainment Programming successful
• Track competitive projects
• Create writer and director lists
• Read and evaluate scrip submissions
• Read and evaluate scripts and other written/visual materials
• Staff high-quality writers and directors who are appropriate for *** Entertainment
• Analyze and contribute thoughts to projects in development/consideration
• Meet with creative talent for potential development opportunities

**** YOU **** NEED

• 15+ years of experience at an agency, studio, or network
• College education, knowledge of industry and players
• Excellent communication and negotiating skills
• Level head, calm personality
• Collaborative nature
• Be able to work out the logic to make sure stories track

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Word, Excel, Outlook, basic web-savvy, PowerPoint

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At *** , we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $95,000.00-400,000.00 annually for California. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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The Senior Manager, Digital Partner Marketing will support the Executive Director of Marketing & Digital *** (EDM) in all digital brand and marketing initiatives. This role reports directly to the Executive Director, Marketing & Digital *** and supports and executes Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy's linear and digital marketing strategies and planning, including project managing key marketing promotions and brand integrations/ partnerships. The purpose of the role is to manage partner/integration marketing initiatives and overall marketing day-to-day at the direction of EDM and in collaboration with internal Sony groups and cross-functional teams. This role coordinates at the strategic and tactical levels with other functions of the studio, show, and vendors to create and execute Wheel of Fortune's and Jeopardy!'s promotions and daily marketing activities. This position supports EDM's vision and strategy execution across marketing channels. Responsibilities to include but are not limited to:

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Project manage the linear and digital sweepstakes, promotions and branded partnerships for the syndicated and Primetime formats of the show. This entails working closely with EDM, partners digital creative and other cross-functional teams for the execution of marketing campaigns, digital buys, and tentpole events. Includes joint promotion agreements, pitches and cross-channel deliverables proposals and decks.

Collaborate with the team on upcoming and ongoing brand integrations and proposals, marketing initiatives andoverall marketing strategy and planning that aligns with business objectives.

Regular communication and collaboration with marketing and creative teams to ensure cross-channel marketing cohesiveness, and alignment on partnerships and marketing campaigns. All marketing will be directed by EDM and guided by Wheel of Fortune's & Jeopardy!'s show/production schedule and theme weeks, VTR dates, promotions, and key initiatives.

Coordinate with Sony's internal Performance *** Group (PMG) social buys for partner integrations and contestant casting campaigns. Works with PMG on targeting layers for these buys.

Candidate must have strongbusiness background and experience in marketing across linear and digital *** channels. Candidate should be forward thinking, collaborative, strategic and passionate about the evolving TV industry 'big picture' and the changing landscape. Ideal candidate will be able to handle co *** ict with ease and poise.

Candidate must possess knowledge of, and experience in, marketing management, partnership management, project management, budgets management, proficiency in all digital and social *** platforms and strategy, KPIs, and brand management.

Knowledge of: Inter *** te marketing management, experienced project management, fundamentals of business and budgets. Proficiency in all social *** platforms and brand management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, and/or Communications and/or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of entertainment (TV) and digital marketing.
• Proficiencyin the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Mac experience a must
• Excellent spoken and written communications skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Excellent people management skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Analytical skills
• Clear understanding of budgets and budget management
• Must demonstrate ability to lead vendors, and execute on assignments and initiatives
• Demonstrated people and project management skills
• Motivated, proactive, self-starting, committed to achieving results, and having a strong sense of ownership; must be nimble and adaptive
• Ability to collaborate, work effectively in cross-functional teams, with stakeholders and partners both internally and externally; demonstrate a positive attitude
• Critical and strategic thinking required, as well as problem-solving
• Exceptional time management skills
• Ability to problem-solve creatively
• Possesses a "whatever it takes" mentality
• Collaborative team player - generous with sharing input and can easily build on other's ideas
• Manages time appropriately and meets aggressive deadlines.
• Quickly and easily adapts to changing mandates, priorities.
• Strong news judgement and knowledge of current events and how they relate to Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy!.