About this Product Designer II, New Business role at Warner Bros. Discovery
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.
We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.
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Your New Role…
We are CNN. THE WORLD'S MOST ESSENTIAL AND ENGAGING SOURCE OF DIGITAL NEWS. We are in the midst of rapid transformation and need our next generation of innovators, makers, and dreamers who will lead and drive our growth. We aim to make the world a better, more connected place.
The CNN New Business team is pioneering the development of innovative, standalone products that go beyond news. We aim to create distinctive non-news experiences that will enrich users’ lives and help drive our subscription business.
As a Product Designer II for New Business, you will help lead design for high-impact, strategically complex initiatives that are central to CNN’s future. The ideal candidate is an experienced designer who is comfortable navigating through ambiguity and has deep expertise in designing user-centered experiences across a variety of platforms and channels.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Execute across all phases of the design process, from discovery and ideation through wireframing, prototyping, visual design, testing, and implementation.
Own the design of smaller standalone features or contribute to larger product initiatives within emerging New Business experiences.
Create design artifacts appropriate to project needs, including user flows, wireframes, prototypes, visual designs, and presentation materials.
Participate in research and discovery activities to better understand user needs, business goals, and market opportunities.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners in product, engineering, research, editorial, growth, and analytics to develop effective user experiences.
Clearly communicate design decisions, rationale, and recommendations to stakeholders and teammates.
Contribute to collaborative workshops, brainstorming sessions, and design critiques.
Apply established design systems, patterns, and brand guidelines while helping identify opportunities for improvement.
Iterate on solutions using feedback, usability findings, experimentation results, and business insights.
Support testing and validation efforts, helping translate learnings into improved product experiences.
Build productive relationships across teams and contribute positively to a collaborative design culture.
Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving user expectations to help inspire future product opportunities.
Qualifications & Experience…
2+ years of experience as a product designer creating digital experiences across web, mobile, or connected platforms.
Portfolio demonstrating strong UX and visual design skills, with examples of solving meaningful user and business problems.
Proficiency in Figma and prototyping tools.
Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, information architecture, and visual design fundamentals.
Experience designing within established design systems and applying brand standards consistently.
Familiarity with user research methods, usability testing, and iterative design practices.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners and incorporate feedback into design solutions.
Basic understanding of web and mobile technologies and platform capabilities.
Experience with collaboration and project management tools such as Jira and Confluence.
Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or equivalent professional experience.
Experience working on subscription, consumer-facing, or media products is a plus.
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: $83,993.00 - $155,987.00 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.
