Dean Dimitruk

VP, Branded Entertainment Warner Bros. Discovery

Dean Dimitruk is an Emmy Award-winning branded entertainment executive and Vice President of Branded Entertainment at Warner Bros. Discovery. With more than 15 years of experience across television, digital, social, and experiential media, he specializes in developing innovative custom co-branded marketing programs, talent-led partnerships, sponsorship strategies, and advertiser-funded content, that connect brands with passionate audiences.

At Warner Bros. Discovery, Dean oversees branded content strategy and execution across both linear and social platforms for iconic brands including Food Network, Discovery, TLC, and Animal Planet. He leads multi-million-dollar partnerships for advertisers such as Capital One, Hershey, Walmart, State Farm, Marriott, Wayfair, PepsiCo, Subaru, and Wells Fargo. His work has been integrated into marquee franchises including Tournament of Champions, Shark Week, and Puppy Bowl.

His expertise sits at the intersection of content, culture, and commerce, helping brands build deeper audience connections through storytelling, strategic partnerships, and premium content experiences.

Prior to Warner Bros. Discovery, Dean held production and programming roles spanning daytime television shows, ABC's third hour of Good Morning America, and as the creator of an original subway-based talk show series. He is a graduate of Emerson College and a proud Philadelphia native.