Sr. Manager, International Content

Disney; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney seeks a Senior Manager, International Content based in Toronto to guide the development of Canadian originals across scripted and unscripted programming. The role partners with the Director of Development for Canada and engages the Los Angeles team and cross-functional partners to identify, evaluate and oversee projects from concept to production.

The ideal candidate will be curious, creatively attuned and skilled at identifying local voices with global appeal, bridging global creative

Responsibilities

• Support the Director, Development in shaping and executing Disney's Canadian originals across scripted and unscripted programming.
• Identify, evaluate and champion premium Canadian projects that align with Disney's creative vision and strategic priorities.
• Source new creative opportunities by building relationships with writers, producers, production companies, agents, managers and talent across the Canadian market.
• Help oversee projects throughout the development lifecycle - from initial submission through commissioning, development, production, post-production and delivery.
• Own and manage the end-to-end Canadian content delivery workflow, partnering with Content Operations, Programming, Scheduling, Localization and other cross-functional teams to ensure Canadian titles, assets, metadata and supporting materials are delivered accurately and on schedule for platform launch.
• Read and assess a high volume of submissions with speed, accuracy and strong editorial judgment, identifying projects with both domestic relevance and international potential.
• Draft thoughtful, constructive and actionable creative notes on pitches, treatments, outlines, scripts, cuts and other development materials.
• Review rough cuts and provide clear editorial feedback in partnership with the Director of Development and broader creative team.
• Prepare development reports, project evaluations, internal memos, greenlight materials, executive briefings and strategic presentations for senior leadership.
• Craft concise, articulate creative summaries and project recommendations that support internal decision-making and greenlight discussions.
• Ensure submission pipeline, materials, project status, reports and trackers remain organized, accurate and current.
• Manage development reporting and tracking systems while helping maintain overall slate visibility and planning.
• Collaborate with production partners to help shepherd commissioned projects through prep, production, post-production and delivery.
• Stay highly informed on the Canadian creative marketplace, monitoring emerging writers, directors, producers, talent, production companies, IP, competitive activity and industry trends.
• Proactively identify new creative voices, breakout talent, culturally relevant stories and crossover opportunities that can resonate both within Canada and internationally.
• Represent Disney at festivals, markets, screenings and industry events, cultivating relationships and identifying future development

Job description

Job Posting Title: Sr. Manager, International Content

Req ID: 10157468

Job Description:

The Walt Disney Company (headquartered out of Burbank, California) operates a number of independent businesses in Canada, including: Disney Entertainment (Studios, General Entertainment and Streaming), ESPN, Disney Experiences including Parks, Disney Cruise Line and Consumer Products businesses. The majority of these businesses are located at the Canadian corporate headquarters in Toronto, Ontario and operate across a diverse range of entertainment related industries.

About the Role:

The Senior Manager, International Content is a knowledgeable creative executive and strategic leader who will play a key role in supporting the Director, Development as Disney continues to grow its Canadian original programming slate. Based in Toronto, Canada, this Senior Manager partners closely with the Director of Development for Canada, the broader International Content team in Los Angeles, in addition to key cross-functional partners, and will help identify, evaluate, develop and oversee premium scripted and unscripted projects from concept through greenlight and into production. The ideal candidate is highly curious, creatively attuned and passionate about discovering emerging voices, tracking industry trends and identifying projects with both local authenticity and global appeal.

The senior manager will also assist on current series by providing insight and feedback on scripts and cuts. This role helps bridge the global creative vision with local execution, requiring a strategic, collaborative manager who can inspire teams, navigate change and deliver compelling content that supports Disney's world class entertainment brands.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Director, Development in shaping and executing Disney's Canadian originals across both scripted and unscripted programming.
• Identify, evaluate and champion premium Canadian projects that align with Disney's creative vision and strategic priorities.
• Source new creative opportunities by building relationships with writers, producers, production companies, agents, managers and talent across the Canadian market.
• Help oversee projects throughout the development lifecycle - from initial submission through commissioning, development, production, post-production and delivery.
• Own and manage the end-to-end Canadian content delivery workflow, partnering with Content Operations, Programming, Scheduling, Localization and other cross-functional teams to ensure Canadian titles, assets, metadata and supporting materials are delivered accurately and on schedule for platform launch.
• Read and assess a high volume of submissions with speed, accuracy and strong editorial judgment, identifying projects with both domestic relevance and international potential.
• Draft thoughtful, constructive and actionable creative notes on pitches, treatments, outlines, scripts, cuts and other development materials.
• Review rough cuts and provide clear editorial feedback in partnership with the Director of Development and broader creative team.
• Prepare development reports, project evaluations, internal memos, greenlight materials, executive briefings and strategic presentations for senior leadership.
• Craft concise, articulate creative summaries and project recommendations that support internal decision-making and greenlight discussions.
• Ensure submission pipeline, materials, project status, reports and trackers remain organized, accurate and current.
• Manage development reporting and tracking systems while helping maintain overall slate visibility and planning.
• Collaborate with production partners to help shepherd commissioned projects through prep, production, post-production and delivery.
• Stay highly informed on the Canadian creative marketplace, monitoring emerging writers, directors, producers, talent, production companies, IP, competitive activity and industry trends.
• Proactively identify new creative voices, breakout talent, culturally relevant stories and crossover opportunities that can resonate both within Canada and internationally.
• Represent Disney at festivals, markets, screenings and industry events, cultivating relationships and identifying future development