Programming Operations Manager

Job Summary:

The Programming Operations Manager will support the day-to-day tracking and reporting of short and long-term initiatives spanning the Programming organization, partner closely with cross-functional partners, and prepare executive presentation materials. The ideal candidate will have a meticulous eye to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a strong sense of collaboration and diplomacy. This role will report to the Sr. Manager, Programming Operations.

Responsibilities:

• Project manage the Programming team’s initiatives including planning, milestone tracking and reporting, stakeholder coordination, and issue management. Track day-to-day changes and maintain a regular cadence for reporting and internal communications.
• Assist in developing presentations by collecting the necessary inputs from key stakeholders and creating the decks.
• Coordinate and facilitate team meetings including agenda setting, guest coordination, notes taking, follow-ups and next steps.
• Cultivate a strong network (formal and informal) of leaders both within the DTC Streaming segment and across TWDC.
• Provide support for ad hoc projects and requests.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of related experience
• 4 years experience project management, content planning or content programming in a related field
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Exceptional ability to prepare executive-level presentations
• Project and program management experience with strong organizational skills
• Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative spirit
• Strong diplomatic mindset and proven ability to work well in a team environment and across a matrixed organization
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology and constantly evolving organizations, and to thrive in an extremely fast-paced and high-pressure working environment.
• Experience using Airtable or a similar project management tool
• Passion for The Walt Disney Company segments, brands and franchises.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale CA, is $94,200 to 126,200 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.