Job Posting Title:

Manager, Streaming Solutions

Req ID:

10111057

Job Description:

About the Role & Team

Disney Advertising's Client Partnerships team is seeking a Manager who will be an exceptional addition to our team. As a member of the Streaming Solutions group within Client Partnerships, you will join a dynamic team that is responsible for building best-in-class advertising solutions and proactive sponsorship opportunities for partners based on Hulu and Disney+ suite of content and ad products. We’re looking for someone who is interested in helping advertising partners drive ROI through opportunities that leverage Disney streaming platforms’ data insights, product capabilities, content library and marketing initiatives. The right person for this role is comfortable pairing storytelling skills with strategic thinking and is capable of speaking many languages, from sales and media to strategic development and technical capabilities.

Supporting the Brand vertical, this role requires the ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks at a time. We seek a naturally inquisitive, self-motivated individual who is enthusiastic about being part of a team that is challenging the norm and redefining TV. This individual must have a keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills, as this role will develop and drive projects forward proactively while working with many disciplines across the Disney organization, including but not limited to including but not limited to Entertainment Solutions, Disney CreativeWorks,  Research, Analytics, Pricing and Planning, Brand Marketing, Content Marketing, Addressable Solutions, Client Connect, Global Partnerships, Sales and Legal.

This individual should also have experience in developing and packaging media opportunities and know their way around a media plan. If you are someone who knows how to craft and package opportunities for clients and is equipped to balance the integrity of the Disney brand and advertisers’ needs while building innovative solutions, all with a roll-up-your-sleeves entrepreneurial spirit, this is a great role for you. This role is to be based in our NYC Headquarters, 7 Hudson Square or our Santa Monica, CA office.

What You Will Do

Manage development of Seasonal streaming sponsorships and custom solutions

This may include sponsorship, custom content and ad products that leverage streaming and social platforms

Collaborate with Sr. Manager and leadership to develop sponsorship strategy and work closely with relevant internal partners to identify priorities, package opportunities that drive revenue, and be ready to pivot as marketplace needs change

Prepare and merchandise seasonal opportunities sponsorship packages working with various streaming network partners, research, analytics and pricing and planning teams

Develop custom and enhanced solutions for key seasonal tentpoles

Idea generation and creation of compelling pitch materials

Actively participate in idea generation and leading brainstorms with key stakeholders including CreativeWorks, and Disney+/Hulu marketing teams

Develop proactive solutions that align with sales and marketplace needs

Leverage tech and innovation, including ad products

Liaison to internal teams (Client Connect, Disney CreativeWorks) on RFP requests

Offer guidance and assistance on package details and execution

Assist with approvals as needed on the packages (Network, Legal, S&P, Business Affairs)

Collaborate with internal partners on activation process for deals that sell-through, which may include:

Kick-off calls

Content rights & approvals

Management of any social component

All project related documentation: deal agreement letters, budget management, billing, research, etc.

Work with Brand team coordinator to oversee Brand team trackers

Build and maintain strong relationships with all internal stakeholders at a senior level (e.g., Programming, Scheduling, Marketing, Legal, S&P, PR, Client Connect, Disney CreativeWorks, Sales, etc.)

Serve as a Streaming Solutions brand champion and content expert for external partners and internal Disney Ad Sales cross-portfolio colleagues. Help drive strategy and revenue performance by maximizing partnership opportunities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

5+ years of television and/or digital marketing, sponsorship, promotion, branded entertainment and/or media at a network, streaming service, promotional/media agency or entertainment studio

Expertise in project management/execution, attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills

Experience with deck creation through PowerPoint and Keynote and use of SharePoint

Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Keynote, Google Docs/Sheets

Strong interpersonal skills (especially in high stress environments)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Ability to translate verbal ideas into written presentations

Highly organized

Creative and strategic thinker

Ability to keep abreast of digital/social industry innovations, bringing new opportunities forward

Self-motivated and proactive and flexible

Solutions oriented

Comfortable interfacing with senior-level executives

Proven experience with sponsored streaming and social activations (across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok)

Proven team player with the desire to do whatever it takes and thrives in a team culture

Ability to work in a highly matrixed environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree, focus on Marketing, Advertising or Communications preferred

#DisneyAdvertising

The hiring range for this position based in New York is $108,500 - $145,400 per year and in Santa Monica, CA, the hiring range is $103,500 - $138,800. 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Advertising

Job Posting Primary Business:

Client Solutions & Category Sales  

Primary Job Posting Category:

Integrated Sales And Marketing

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - CA - 2500 Broadway Street

Date Posted:

2025-01-15