Programming Operations Manager

The Walt Disney Company; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company seeks a Programming Operations Manager to oversee project management within the Programming organization. The role involves tracking initiatives, preparing presentations, and facilitating team communications. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong project management skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience in project management, content planning, or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Experience with preparing executive-level presentations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage Programming team initiatives including project tracking and reporting.
• Assist in developing presentations and coordinate team meetings.
• Provide support for ad hoc projects and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Project management

Content planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Emotional intelligence

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Airtable

Job description

Programming Operations Manager

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10121825 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Disney Direct to Consumer Date postedJun. 04, 2025

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.

About Disney Direct to Consumer:

Disney’s Direct to Consumer team oversees the Hulu and Disney+ streaming businesses within Disney Entertainment helping to bring The Walt Disney Company’s best-in-class storytelling to fans and families everywhere.

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 that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. 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 Streaming Services LLC , which is part of a business we call Disney Direct to Consumer .

Disney Streaming Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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