STUART HERRIOTT
Studio City,CA
Summary
Communications executive with extensive experience at Warner Bros. Discovery, specializing in publicity and corporate communications management. Proven ability to develop and implement media relations strategies that enhance brand visibility and drive sales. Expertise in crisis communications, event management, and relationship-building to foster positive media messaging and consumer engagement across film, television, and streaming properties.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Communications & Publicity – Transactional Sales
Warner Bros. Discovery
Burbank, USA
05.2007 - Current
- Lead communications and publicity strategies for WBD Global Content Sales, including digital and physical transactional sales (new release film, catalog film, television, acquisitions) and global content licensing.
- Develop and oversee publicity strategies for transactional window releases of Warner Bros.’ film and television properties, including talent and filmmaker press activities, experiential initiatives and influencer outreach.
- Develop and oversee publicity strategies for home entertainment releases of Warner Bros. catalog film remasters and reissues.
- Secured trade and consumer press stories, enhancing visibility and engagement for Warner Bros. theatrical and catalog film and television content.
- Led communications for WBD Content Licensing initiatives, coordinating trade and business press efforts, executive speaking engagements, and trade show activities to strengthen industry relationships.
- Managed Content Licensing press announcements, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure comprehensive trade, business, and consumer media coverage.
Director – Publicity and Corporate Communications
Revolution Studios
Santa Monica, USA
08.2002 - 12.2006
- Developed and implemented media relations and corporate communications strategy for Revolution Studios, managing trade and business press relations to elevate brand presence.
- Developed and oversaw national, international theatrical and home entertainment marketing and publicity strategies in coordination with distributor Columbia Pictures.
- Coordinated special events, including premieres and media set visits, to strengthen relationships with press and enhance audience engagement.
- Executed trade advertising initiatives for Revolution Studios, boosting brand visibility through targeted campaigns.
- Developed all written materials for Revolution Studios, including press releases, publicity materials, corporate information, executive biographies and film descriptions.
Marketing & Publicity Consultant
Fox Searchlight Pictures
Los Angeles, USA
04.2002 - 08.2002
- Led marketing and publicity campaigns for Fox Searchlight films, such as 28 Days Later, One Hour Photo, The Good Girl, and Bend it Like Beckham.
- Led project management initiatives for film production and marketing strategies.
- Collaborated with creative teams to develop innovative content solutions.
Account Manager – Technology/Entertainment Division
CarryOn Communications
Los Angeles, USA
04.2001 - 04.2002
- Led 5-person division providing services to technology and entertainment clients including ShopNBC, Go2 Systems, Hollywood Stock Exchange, Ticketmaster-CitySearch, and Fandango.
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop tailored communication strategies.
- Oversaw project timelines and deliverables for effective service execution.
Senior Account Executive – Business Marketing Division
Porter Novelli
New York, USA
12.1999 - 02.2001
- Developed and executed media relations and corporate communications strategies for PricewaterhouseCoopers.
- Managed client relationships to enhance service delivery and satisfaction.
- Developed strategic communication plans for diverse client campaigns.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and execution.
National Communications Senior Specialist
KPMG
New York, USA
07.1996 - 12.1999
- Directed corporate communications and public relations strategies for a 'Big Five' accounting and consulting firm.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance client service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to optimize business processes and workflows.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff to improve skills and knowledge in key areas.
Account Executive
Ruder Finn Public Relations
New York, USA
02.1995 - 07.1996
Account Coordinator
Mallory Factor Public Relations
New York, USA
10.1994 - 02.1995
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Syracuse University
Maxwell School of Public AffairsSkills
- Strategic communications leadership
- Brand management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Influencer relations
- Team collaboration
- Media relations
- Crisis communication
- Communications strategy
- Marketing strategy
- Event coordination
Timeline
Vice President, Communications & Publicity – Transactional Sales
Warner Bros. Discovery
05.2007 - Current
Director – Publicity and Corporate Communications
Revolution Studios
08.2002 - 12.2006
Marketing & Publicity Consultant
Fox Searchlight Pictures
04.2002 - 08.2002
Account Manager – Technology/Entertainment Division
CarryOn Communications
04.2001 - 04.2002
Senior Account Executive – Business Marketing Division
Porter Novelli
12.1999 - 02.2001
National Communications Senior Specialist
KPMG
07.1996 - 12.1999
Account Executive
Ruder Finn Public Relations
02.1995 - 07.1996
Account Coordinator
Mallory Factor Public Relations
10.1994 - 02.1995
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Syracuse University