Director, Creative Development

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...

WB Pictures is seeking a Director, Creative Development to help identify, develop, and shepherd feature film projects from concept through production. This role will serve as a key creative and strategic partner to filmmakers, writers, producers, agents, and internal stakeholders, helping to shape a dynamic and commercially compelling slate of films aligned with the studio’s overall vision.

The ideal candidate combines strong creative instincts with sharp editorial judgment, a deep understanding of the theatrical marketplace, and the ability to build trusted relationships across the entertainment community. They should be highly collaborative, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Source, evaluate, and develop feature film material including original pitches, scripts, books, articles, and other underlying IP.

• Provide thoughtful and actionable creative feedback on scripts, outlines, treatments, decks, and filmmaker presentations.

• Identify emerging writers, directors, producers, and creative voices that align with the studio’s evolving slate strategy.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, managers, producers, talent, and filmmakers across the industry.

• Partner closely with Production, Marketing, Distribution, Business Affairs, Legal, and Finance teams throughout the lifecycle of a project.

• Track marketplace trends, competitive projects, talent availability, and audience interests to inform development strategy.

• Prepare and present coverage, project updates, talent assessments, and development recommendations for senior leadership.

• Attend pitches, screenings, and industry events as needed.

• Manage multiple active projects simultaneously, ensuring momentum and alignment across creative and production timelines.

• Collaborate with senior leadership on slate planning and long-term creative priorities.

• Mentor and support junior creative staff and assistants as appropriate.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience...

• 5 years of experience in creative development at a studio, streamer, or production company, with at least 1–2 years at the coordinator or manager level.

• Strong creative taste and editorial instincts with a demonstrated ability to identify commercially viable and culturally resonant material.

• Deep knowledge of the theatrical film landscape, talent ecosystem, and current industry trends.

• Experience developing projects from early concept through production.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including script coverage and presentation abilities.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

• Proven relationship-building skills and an established network within the entertainment community.

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and operate effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Passion for storytelling and a strong understanding of filmmakers, audiences, and emerging creative voices.

• Ability to work onsite in Burbank.

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 a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. 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 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: $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.