The Walt Disney Company
Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning (National Geog
The Walt Disney Company, New York, New York, us, 10261
Global Programming Strategy & Content Planning drives multi-platform audience growth around the world through effective slate management and creative program rollout. The international arm liaises with National Geographic and Disney Branded Television networks globally on overall strategy, operations and 3rd party partnerships. Specifically for Nat Geo, international is across regional content needs and leads the selection of international-only commissions. At Disney Branded Television, international programming plays a key role in the global distribution of our franchise priorities.The
Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning
sits at the center of all communication with regional programmers. They are an essential part of the program life cycle from greenlight through premiere. As such, this role provides a unique opportunity to be creative as well as strategic. It is a highly visible position that requires cross-departmental collaboration to successfully activate the global content strategy.Primary Responsibilities:Multiplatform Program Planning:Work with creative leads, executive producers and regional programming heads to globally align all brand priorities for National Geographic and Disney Branded TelevisionMaintain regular communication with Disney+ on regional premieresTrack master delivery and flag shows that must shift due to delaysSubmit regional pull up requests to marketing, PR and operations for approvalSupport our distribution team with 3rd party partnerships and any associated programming requirementsRegional Communication:Respond to daily regional requests for series information and screenersDistribute weekly update note highlighting programming updates and other important announcementsMeet monthly with each region to go over local strategy and programming needsRequest international premiere dates for senior management, production companies and pressCollect regional performance data to share with executive producersAttend Weekly NG Europe Catch-Up to stay abreast of EMEA commissionsDatabase Management:Serve as the departmental superuser for all systems whether current or newly introducedVet rollouts weekly against the scheduling system to ensure data integrityTroubleshoot with regions regarding missing database entries or TX dates out of licenseCoordinate with Enterprise Metadata Services to keep programming data aligned companywideParticipate in system upgrade and maintenance conversations to improve user interface and database functionalityConduct systems training for regional partnersContent Development & Acquisitions:Screen programming to build familiarity and context when schedulingAttend pitch meetings and brainstorms hosted by development, acquisitions and Yellow BorderProvide editorial feedback on projects up for greenlight and renewalGather regional feedback on new projects and act as their proxy during greenlight discussionsAdministrative:Maintain the international contacts directory, electronic distribution lists, VPS bible and run order trackerSchedule meetings, book conference rooms, send Zoom invites and pull together presentation slides as neededOrganize quarterly editorial/production update presentation for international programmers and cross-functional partnersSupply international highlights each month for the Nat Geo Programming SpotlightOnboard employees that need access to our systems and programming folders.Basic Qualifications:3+ years of relevant work experience in programming strategy or an adjacent fieldTeam player who is comfortable working independently as well as with supervised directionSkilled project manager handling complex details/tasks efficiently to meet deadlinesHighly organized multi-tasker who is detail-oriented, efficient, proactive and resourcefulExcellent oral and written communicator who exhibits professionalism with colleagues at all levelsConfident user of Microsoft Office with above-average skills in Excel and PowerPointComfortable with technology and learning new systems as required by internal workflowsWilling to work flexible hours to accommodate global partners in varying time zonesDemonstrates cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity and has strong interest in collaborating with stakeholders and working with our international/global partnersPreferred Qualifications :Streaming experience is strongly desiredPrior management experience a plus as this position will assign intern projects and monitor progressOpen to occasional domestic and/or international travelWork location in Washington, D.C. is strongly preferred; New York office location is a potential option.Required Education:Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this position in Washington, DC is $64,300 to $86,200 and in New York, NY is $67,500 to $90,400 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning
sits at the center of all communication with regional programmers. They are an essential part of the program life cycle from greenlight through premiere. As such, this role provides a unique opportunity to be creative as well as strategic. It is a highly visible position that requires cross-departmental collaboration to successfully activate the global content strategy.Primary Responsibilities:Multiplatform Program Planning:Work with creative leads, executive producers and regional programming heads to globally align all brand priorities for National Geographic and Disney Branded TelevisionMaintain regular communication with Disney+ on regional premieresTrack master delivery and flag shows that must shift due to delaysSubmit regional pull up requests to marketing, PR and operations for approvalSupport our distribution team with 3rd party partnerships and any associated programming requirementsRegional Communication:Respond to daily regional requests for series information and screenersDistribute weekly update note highlighting programming updates and other important announcementsMeet monthly with each region to go over local strategy and programming needsRequest international premiere dates for senior management, production companies and pressCollect regional performance data to share with executive producersAttend Weekly NG Europe Catch-Up to stay abreast of EMEA commissionsDatabase Management:Serve as the departmental superuser for all systems whether current or newly introducedVet rollouts weekly against the scheduling system to ensure data integrityTroubleshoot with regions regarding missing database entries or TX dates out of licenseCoordinate with Enterprise Metadata Services to keep programming data aligned companywideParticipate in system upgrade and maintenance conversations to improve user interface and database functionalityConduct systems training for regional partnersContent Development & Acquisitions:Screen programming to build familiarity and context when schedulingAttend pitch meetings and brainstorms hosted by development, acquisitions and Yellow BorderProvide editorial feedback on projects up for greenlight and renewalGather regional feedback on new projects and act as their proxy during greenlight discussionsAdministrative:Maintain the international contacts directory, electronic distribution lists, VPS bible and run order trackerSchedule meetings, book conference rooms, send Zoom invites and pull together presentation slides as neededOrganize quarterly editorial/production update presentation for international programmers and cross-functional partnersSupply international highlights each month for the Nat Geo Programming SpotlightOnboard employees that need access to our systems and programming folders.Basic Qualifications:3+ years of relevant work experience in programming strategy or an adjacent fieldTeam player who is comfortable working independently as well as with supervised directionSkilled project manager handling complex details/tasks efficiently to meet deadlinesHighly organized multi-tasker who is detail-oriented, efficient, proactive and resourcefulExcellent oral and written communicator who exhibits professionalism with colleagues at all levelsConfident user of Microsoft Office with above-average skills in Excel and PowerPointComfortable with technology and learning new systems as required by internal workflowsWilling to work flexible hours to accommodate global partners in varying time zonesDemonstrates cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity and has strong interest in collaborating with stakeholders and working with our international/global partnersPreferred Qualifications :Streaming experience is strongly desiredPrior management experience a plus as this position will assign intern projects and monitor progressOpen to occasional domestic and/or international travelWork location in Washington, D.C. is strongly preferred; New York office location is a potential option.Required Education:Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this position in Washington, DC is $64,300 to $86,200 and in New York, NY is $67,500 to $90,400 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr