About Us
Inclusion can best be achieved by ensuring there is a constant pipeline of undeniable world-class talent. This team is dedicated to making Warner Bros. Discovery the leader in this space.
Grace Moss
Grace Moss is the VP Inclusion Pipeline Programs for Warner Bros. Discovery. In this role, she helps oversee the company’s efforts to expand the pool of talent and break down barriers so they have access to creative careers within WBD. Through a comprehensive suite of pipeline programs and extensive engagements with prestigious film festivals and creative conferences, her team discovers exceptional artists, hones their craft and connects them to opportunities across the portfolio.
Prior to Warner Bros. Discovery, Grace served as the Senior Director of Talent Development & Inclusion for NBC Entertainment, where she spearheaded multiple programs that focused on discovering, cultivating and showcasing talented writers and directors of diverse backgrounds. She was tapped to be a part of NBCUniversal’s first Global Advisory Committee for its Asian American employee Resource Group, which drove key strategies and oversaw messaging on a national scale.
Before coming to NBC, Grace was a Development Executive at the Style Network, where she shepherded new series, from initial pitch to production. Prior to her stint at the Style Network, she worked as a freelance reality Producer and Director on a plethora of unscripted shows on a variety of networks, including MTV, VH1, TLC and NBC.
Her leadership training includes the Johnson & Johnson Corporate Athlete Training Program, Comcast’s Know Your Value initiative and Harvard Business School’s Leadership Consortium. Grace graduated from UCLA with a BA English and Minor in Asian American Studies. In her spare time, Grace enjoys playing tennis, wine tasting and baking with her son.
Jen Sobol
Jen Sobol has over 18 years of experience working in the screen industries, with a career spanning training, production, film education, and film festival development. She is passionate about discovering new voices and talent, and ensuring content remains diverse and engaging. As Director of Programmes - Inclusion, at Warner Bros. Discovery, Jen leads the company's pipeline initiatives in international markets, focused on creating opportunities and pathways for talent from historically underrepresented communities.
Before joining Warner Bros. Discovery, Jen spent a decade at the British Film Institute (BFI), where she played a key role in the development and expansion of the BFI Film Academy. In this capacity, she designed programs aimed at empowering young people from diverse backgrounds to acquire new skills and pursue careers in the screen industries. Jen's global experience includes providing grants and professional development training to film festivals across Africa, the Caribbean, and the South Pacific, marking the start of her career in film festival development.
Originally from Montreal, Jen has lived in London for over two decades with her partner and young son. Though cinema outings are now a rare treat, she remains an avid film and TV viewer, as well as a dedicated runner and aspiring gardener. Jen holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University and an MSc in International Development Studies from Birkbeck, University of London.
Jamie Hernandez
Jamie Hernandez’s passion for inclusion, plus her background in production, led her to the role of Sr. Programs Manager, Inclusion Pipeline Programs at Warner Bros. Discovery. In this role, she manages some of the talent development programs to connect emerging talent to WBD’s content and brands.
Prior to Warner Bros. Discovery, Jamie was at NBCUniversal where she worked in Production & Operations for the Entertainment Content Group. Jamie was part of the team that oversaw all aspects of production management for NBCU networks’ original series & specials and also served as the Global Advisory Committee Co-Lead for Asian Pacific Americans@NBCUniversal Employee Resource Group. She started her career by donning a polyester uniform as an NBC Page.
In May 2021, Jamie was honored with the Woman of Diversity Award by Comerica Bank and The Los Angeles Lakers (her favorite team). She also enjoys coffee (perhaps a little too much) and jamming out to BTS.
Jasmine Speights
Jasmine Speights is a Senior Program Specialist at Warner Bros. Discovery, where she develops and produces talent pipeline programs on the WBD Access team, connecting emerging creatives with opportunities across WBD’s content, brands, and businesses. She launched the inaugural WBD Access Music Supervisor Program, a first-of-its-kind, multi-month initiative designed to prepare creatives for careers in music supervision for television and film. She also curates music industry events that bring together composers, showrunners, producers, and industry executives to foster meaningful connections and collaboration. Additionally, Jasmine leads the WB Animation Apprenticeship Program, supporting the development of emerging animation talent and creating pathways into the industry.
Previously, Jasmine supported the Content Acquisitions & Strategy team at HBO Max. She also held a Business Development role at Disney ABC Television Group. Jasmine is the former Vice President of the Southern California chapter of NAMIC. She is also a member of the Television Academy.
Jasmine attended Howard University before earning her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Georgia State University. She is currently pursuing her MBA at New York University, where she is expanding her expertise in business strategy and innovation. Outside of her professional and academic pursuits, Jasmine enjoys DJing and spending time outdoors.
Kaitlyn Herring
Kaitlyn Herring is a Program Manager on the WBD Inclusion team in the Pipeline Program COE based in Los Angeles. Previously, she’s served on the Corporate Social Responsibility team where she managed multiple Social Impact and Sustainability programs. In that role, she managed WBD Access to Action which is a production inclusion program that creates pathways for talent to gain employment in the entertainment industry's crafts. Earlier in her career she worked in environmental sustainability at CBS Television and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Kaitlyn holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Azariah Jade
As the Inclusion Pipeline Program Manager at Warner Bros. Discovery, Azariah is responsible for devising and executing strategies aimed at increasing representation and inclusion. Her work includes building partnership and creating and managing talent pipeline programs.
Azariah has worked in a variety of roles across the creative industry, starting as a Scripted TV Intern at NBCUniversal. She then gained hands-on experience as an Assistant Director on various HETV dramas and feature films and served as a Senior Project Coordinator at DiVA Apprenticeships, where she oversaw the recruitment of 350 young people as part of the governments Kickstart Scheme.
Prior to this role she was Film London’s Industry Skills Partnership Manager, supporting broadcasters, studios and production companies such as NBCUniversal, Channel 4, Sony Pictures Entertainment, 60Forty Films, Two Brothers Pictures and more in developing bespoke training and recruitment process, with the focus on enhancing inclusion and talent retention within the creative industries workforce.
Azariah is a passionate advocate for the growth of talent, and the development of a strong and sustainable workforce for the industry. She is driven by her belief that inclusion is not about one person or a group of people, it’s about everyone. It’s about creating a thriving environment in which everyone, regardless of background, can grow and succeed. Her approach to inclusion goes beyond merely ticking boxes; Azariah is committed to creating long-term change through strong foundations and strategic action.
Cassius Banton
Cassius joined WBD in 2024 as an Inclusion graduate intern. With roots steeped in the music industry, Cassius has been able to form a wealth of connections within creative spaces. He has managed a music artist for 3 years as well as engaging in additional project management endeavors, working alongside Grammy-Nominated artists and producers.
Cassius has always been absorbed in film and TV which strongly developed throughout his time at the University of Birmingham, as he became an avid attendee of its Film Society. To complete his degree in Political Science and Philosophy, Cassius wrote his dissertation on corporate social responsibility, carrying out extensive research into corporations and their efforts toward stakeholders. With his interest in film alongside his research into CSR Cassius is keen to progress within the industry.