Disney Entertainment Television

Job ID 10083372 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television

Job Summary:

Disney Entertainment Television is seeking a Vice President, International Content for the Global Original Television Strategy Group. This VP will work directly with regional teams across Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America, India, and Canada to create local content for Disney+. This role will partner closely with the International Television Strategy & Operations team which manages and executes a unified global streaming programming strategy for Disney Entertainment Television. 

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the EVP of International Original Television and the International regional teams to help build out and execute the creative strategy to significantly grow compelling and on-brand international content.
• From a creative standpoint, partner with the International creative teams to review market materials, development slates and pilots to ensure alignment with the creative vision.
• Provide creative notes and feedback on outlines, scripts, and cuts.
• Partner with international and studio partners on problem solving of creative and production issues.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key talent as appropriate with a focus on identifying creators and showrunners of the future and actively pursuing new business and projects.
• Manage and mentor the International Original Television team members in Burbank for the Global Original Television Strategy Group.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years experience working as a development or current series executive at a network, studio, streamer or production company.
• Strategic and creative minded with a track record of developing commercially successful and/or critically acclaimed original series – ideally for international audiences.
• Deep understanding of the scripted series development and production processes.
• A commercial creative sensibility and understanding of how international content is expressed across multiple viewing platforms.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the international content market and audiences
• Management skills grounded in collaboration, transparency and accountability. 
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• A self-starter, who is assertive, enthusiastic, and highly motivated.
• Regular travel to international regions

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

The hiring range for this position in California is $208,000 to $279,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

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: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. 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 ABC, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

ABC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. 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.