Job Summary:

The Walt Disney Company (TWDC), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences cherished both locally and universally.

Platform Distribution Operations provides operational and technical expertise, support, direction and strategic guidance and project management for all of Platform Distribution including theatrical, linear networks, AVOD/SVOD, transactional, syndication and direct-to-consumer products. Platform Distribution Operations collaborates with, influences and directs prioritization of work with Technology, Disney Streaming, Studio Operations, Broadcast Operations, ESPN and WDTV Programming and Production, ESPN and WDTV Legal, Accounting, Finance, Research and Marketing and Disney Ad Sales and with external distribution partners, sports league partners, software and hardware vendors, content delivery service providers and consultants.

• Oversee a team to fulfill contractual obligations regarding the technical integrations for data, measurement and advertising implementations with our distribution partners.
• Project manage multiple operational initiatives simultaneously, including creating project roadmaps, timelines, identifying key milestones and status updates.
• Communicate regularly with key stakeholders internal to TWDC and with external partners and vendors.
• Oversee the launch of new distribution partners and new content to existing partners to support distribution growth.
• Collaborate with various teams including sales, finance, research and others to support forecasting and revenue analysis.
• Problem solve and troubleshoot issues in real-time.
• Support the distribution sales teams in deal negotiations by providing subject matter expertise related to advertising, data and measurement.
• Manage and/or oversee a variety of special projects as needed to advance the business and improve efficiencies.
• Leads, manages, coaches direct reports. Creates a team environment that is open and inclusive. Encourages candor, communication and collaboration.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking, problem solving and the ability to synthesize complex issues and communicate effectively under tight timelines.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees and manages one direct report
• Oversees decisions regarding the hiring, performance management, development, promotion and compensation of direct report
• Determines distribution of projects and workload balance
• Responsible for fulfillment of advertising, data and measurement obligations with our distribution partners
• Oversee creation of project roadmaps and timelines and communicates project plan with key stakeholders including troubleshooting issues as they arise
• Maintain up-to-date documentation related to the processes, concepts and technical requirements of digital advertising, measurement and data collection integrations for our products and the distribution partners and vendors we serve
• Support the distribution sales teams negotiations by providing subject matter expertise regarding advertising, data and measurement
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of content distribution and the competitive landscape for networks (e.g., ABC, ESPN), transactional, and direct-to-consumer (e.g., Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu)

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 year of experience in Digital Advertising Operations and DAI, Measurement and Data Operations.
• Has extensive experience and understanding of the multi-channel video programming distribution landscape with Sales Operations, Content Distribution, Media Operations, Contract Management, Project Management and/or Product Implementation.
• Ability to effectively manage numerous projects and prioritize short-term and long-term initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to coaching and developing others.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate, extract information from multiple sources and coalesce into a plan to meet the needs of numerous stakeholders across multiple teams to achieve a unified goal.
• Excellent inter-personal, organizational, presentation, writing, customer service and computer skills (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint) required.
• Strong attention to detail and accountability. Able to see tasks through to completion with minimal guidance.
• Must thrive in a role primarily driven by projects highly focused on technical and operational requirements.
• Strong conference call, meeting facilitation and project note taking skills.
• Possess strong analytical skills and technical acumen.
• Has experience with project management tools, techniques and documentation.
• Limited non-traditional work hours depending on business needs.

Required Education

• Bachelor Degree

About Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution:

Comprised of the Company’s international business units and various direct-to-consumer streaming services, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) aligns technology, media distribution and advertising sales into a single business segment to create and deliver personalized entertainment experiences to consumers around the world.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Content Sales LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution.

Disney Content Sales LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.