Lead-Theatrical, Residuals

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.

Your New Role

      The Lead – Theatrical, Residuals is responsible for performing setup and processing payments for Theatrical titles. Acts as the expert amongst their peers with regards to Theatrical specific Residuals process. Demonstrates strong understanding of complex residual rules, ensuring compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Trains other team members on cast setup and payment reviews.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Ensures that WBD’s Theatrical contractual reporting obligations are met accurately and timely. 
• This includes: performing and overseeing cast setup, verifying accuracy of payments, and supporting research, claims and forecasting activities.                                               
• Possesses and continually develops expertise in the areas of entertainment finance, theatrical business practices, Residuals processes, collective bargaining provisions, and core technical systems. 
• Actively demonstrates expertise through work with labor relations, FCRA departments, Warner business units, IT and external partners.                      
• Prepares and process payments made outside of the AIRS system to the various foreign unions, including UBCP/ACTRA, MEAA, and Equity as well as guild equivalent payments specific to the Harry Potter and Hobbit film franchises.                                                           
• Trains other members of the Residuals department on Theatrical related cast setup, sideletters and payment calculations.                                                             
• Assists with project design activities and participates in testing of fixes and enhancements to Residuals systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7 years payroll, accounting, audit or equivalent entertainment finance experience required.
• 5 years studio residuals experience specific to Theatrical programs required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience required.
• Proven experience with residuals setup and payments of Theatrical programs.
• Familiarity with Theatrical specific payment and cast setup rules is highly desired.
• Must have ability to read and understand legal agreements with minimal training.
• Strong planning and organizational skills required.
• Strong time management skills to manage multiple tasks required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong proficiency in MS Windows applications, such as Excel.
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel and management.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be able to work independently in order to meet tight deadlines under fast paced environment and work overtime, as needed.
• Must be a confident individual who is an adaptive learner and initiative-taker.

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 WBD

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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.

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: $62,797.00 - $116,624.00 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.