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What We Do / Project
Ideal candidate will have experience with Design Thinking, (user-centric) design framework, working on a high matrixed product-centric team, and have experience delivering products platform using the SAFe agile methodology. Must be based in Burbank and able to work in‑off from Tuesday through Thursday.
The Sr. Product Design Lead will lead the design of applications and platforms that support the Content Sales organization at Warner Bros. This role will focus on transforming complex content licensing business workflows—such as rights management, deal management, forecasting, and rights planning—into intuitive, user‑centered digital experiences that will transform the team's ability to make faster data‑driven decisions.
Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role
The Sr. Product Design Lead will lead the design of applications and platforms that support the Content Sales organization at Warner Bros. This role will focus on transforming complex content licensing business workflows—such as rights management, deal management, forecasting, and rights planning—into intuitive, user‑centered digital experiences that will transform the team's ability to make faster data‑driven decisions.
Experience Design & Interaction: Lead the UX/UI design process using a Design Thinking framework for our Content Sales Planning web‑based applications. They will create prototypes to visualize concepts, user flows, and validate the design. They will translate intricate business logic into intuitive interfaces. 33%
Research & Insights: This role will work closely with our Design Researcher to conduct interviews, workshops and usability testing to uncover pain points and opportunities. They will synthesis patterns and trends derived from user feedback and data to present thematic insights, workflows and user journeys. 33%
Collaboration & Facilitation: The Sr. Product Design Lead will work closely with the End User Community and the Functional Team (UI/UX Designer, Product Manager, Business Analyst(s)) to ensure that designs are understood and translated into user stories with clear acceptance criteria. They will work with the Technical Delivery Team (Scrum Master, Engineers) to ensure the delivered products and platforms meet the user needs. They will maintain consistency by leveraging shared design systems, ensuring accessibility, and brand alignment. 33%
Must Have Skills / Requirements
Proven experience with Design Thinking Framework. 10+ years of experience; Experience with design research.
Experience working with Product‑Oriented Delivery Team. 10+ years of experience; Working with matrixed, smaller teams in an Agile framework.
Ability to coach and mentor team members. 10+ years of experience; Proven ability to coach their team through user‑centric designs.
Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements
Design Thinking Certification
Experience in designing enterprise products or tools
Experience in software design and development
Background in Media & Entertainment industry
Background in Sales Planning
Soft Skills / Background
Experience delivering products using a Design Thinking approach
Strong ability to interpret data, find patterns, and generate insights from research findings
Experience with SAFe Agile framework
Proven visual design skills as demonstrated in portfolio
Proven experience with data and task‑centric interfaces
Ability to work independently with little direct supervision
Must be comfortable with ambiguity; must be flexible and able to continuously iterate as details are better understood or requirements are refined
Must quickly ramp up on business needs, project deliverables for in‑flight initiatives
Ability to design complex data visualization and workflow‑driven systems
Proficient in responsive web design and design system methodologies
Able to communicate with and build trust‑based relationships across different functions and teams
The ability to present complex data and findings in a clear and compelling way to stakeholders at all levels.
Comfort in fast‑paced, evolving environments
Able to show resiliency when dealing with setbacks.
Technology Requirements
Figma
Adobe Creative Suite
Miro
Atlassian Suite – Jira, Confluence
M365
Education / Certifications None required.
Interview Process / Next Steps
1st round with HM
2nd round with VP, Motion Pictures & Content Sales and possibly Director of Product Architecture
Possible 3rd round with SVP.
Additional Notes
Sourcing in CA – Burbank
Hybrid requirement – 3 days on‑site
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The Sr. Product Design Lead will lead the design of applications and platforms that support the Content Sales organization at Warner Bros. This role will focus on transforming complex content licensing business workflows—such as rights management, deal management, forecasting, and rights planning—into intuitive, user‑centered digital experiences that will transform the team's ability to make faster data‑driven decisions.
Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role
The Sr. Product Design Lead will lead the design of applications and platforms that support the Content Sales organization at Warner Bros. This role will focus on transforming complex content licensing business workflows—such as rights management, deal management, forecasting, and rights planning—into intuitive, user‑centered digital experiences that will transform the team's ability to make faster data‑driven decisions.
Experience Design & Interaction: Lead the UX/UI design process using a Design Thinking framework for our Content Sales Planning web‑based applications. They will create prototypes to visualize concepts, user flows, and validate the design. They will translate intricate business logic into intuitive interfaces. 33%
Research & Insights: This role will work closely with our Design Researcher to conduct interviews, workshops and usability testing to uncover pain points and opportunities. They will synthesis patterns and trends derived from user feedback and data to present thematic insights, workflows and user journeys. 33%
Collaboration & Facilitation: The Sr. Product Design Lead will work closely with the End User Community and the Functional Team (UI/UX Designer, Product Manager, Business Analyst(s)) to ensure that designs are understood and translated into user stories with clear acceptance criteria. They will work with the Technical Delivery Team (Scrum Master, Engineers) to ensure the delivered products and platforms meet the user needs. They will maintain consistency by leveraging shared design systems, ensuring accessibility, and brand alignment. 33%
Must Have Skills / Requirements
Proven experience with Design Thinking Framework. 10+ years of experience; Experience with design research.
Experience working with Product‑Oriented Delivery Team. 10+ years of experience; Working with matrixed, smaller teams in an Agile framework.
Ability to coach and mentor team members. 10+ years of experience; Proven ability to coach their team through user‑centric designs.
Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements
Design Thinking Certification
Experience in designing enterprise products or tools
Experience in software design and development
Background in Media & Entertainment industry
Background in Sales Planning
Soft Skills / Background
Experience delivering products using a Design Thinking approach
Strong ability to interpret data, find patterns, and generate insights from research findings
Experience with SAFe Agile framework
Proven visual design skills as demonstrated in portfolio
Proven experience with data and task‑centric interfaces
Ability to work independently with little direct supervision
Must be comfortable with ambiguity; must be flexible and able to continuously iterate as details are better understood or requirements are refined
Must quickly ramp up on business needs, project deliverables for in‑flight initiatives
Ability to design complex data visualization and workflow‑driven systems
Proficient in responsive web design and design system methodologies
Able to communicate with and build trust‑based relationships across different functions and teams
The ability to present complex data and findings in a clear and compelling way to stakeholders at all levels.
Comfort in fast‑paced, evolving environments
Able to show resiliency when dealing with setbacks.
Technology Requirements
Figma
Adobe Creative Suite
Miro
Atlassian Suite – Jira, Confluence
M365
Education / Certifications None required.
Interview Process / Next Steps
1st round with HM
2nd round with VP, Motion Pictures & Content Sales and possibly Director of Product Architecture
Possible 3rd round with SVP.
Additional Notes
Sourcing in CA – Burbank
Hybrid requirement – 3 days on‑site
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