Creative Director Job at Warner Bros. Discovery in Burbank

Creative Director

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
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.
The Creative Director will play an integral role in the creative vision for Global Experiences, reporting to the Vice President for Creative. This role requires expertise in shaping the guest journey, environmental design, live entertainment, along with strong graphic layout and presentation skills. The Creative Director will manage high complexity design projects, collaborating with partners to develop themed experiences and live entertainment. The ideal candidate excels at communicating creative concepts to clients and managing and working with a team of designers to deliver outstanding products. The candidate should have a strong focus on narrative and script writing, with the proven ability to write creative proposals and guest journeys that encompass a variety of projects and live entertainment. Familiarity with pop culture, industry trends, and emerging technologies is essential.
Your Role Accountabilities
Lead creative execution for projects, licensees, design partners, and production houses.
Works closely with Vice President to align on strategy and direction for projects, brands and company goals.
Collaborate with domestic and international partners to develop innovative ideas and designs aligned with business goals.
Guide the creative process from concept to production, ensuring quality, accuracy, and legal compliance.
Shape creative development for themed entertainment projects, including pop-ups, theme parks, exhibits, location-based entertainment and live shows.
Provide creative direction for themed environments, experiential spaces, and live entertainment, driving the overall direction and guest journey from their first touchpoint.
Review and revise scripts for live entertainment.
Conceptualize, inspire, and communicate creative ideas to partners, senior management, and team members.
Create concept packages for new projects, working with art direction to define the overall direction for the project.
Review and approve creative submissions, including show set packages, production drawings, graphics, and media.
Collaborate with internal teams on brand and franchise management, data insights, project management, and marketing to align creative with Company and Divisional strategies.
Work closely with partners, vendors, and brand assurance to ensure project execution aligns with approved concepts.
Partner with product managers to deliver fresh, compelling designs that meet business needs and strategies.
Implement and share best practices across all areas of the business.
Apply an understanding of construction and design for built environments and components
Experience & Requirements
10–15 years' experience in themed entertainment or closely related fields
Bachelor's degree in entertainment, art, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Skilled in Microsoft, Adobe Creative Suite and Keynote
Strong skill and experience in creative writing and proven ability to write compelling narratives. Experience in themed entertainment, film, theatre, or live entertainment
In-field experience with a deep understanding of operational needs, construction practices and materials
Strong communication and presentation abilities
Collaborative and solutions‑focused; able to lead teams under tight deadlines.
Proactive and accountable; models high standards of integrity.
Familiar with industry trends and guest experience design
Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin is a plus
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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: $0.00 - $0.00 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.