Director, Business Affairs (Disney Branded Television)
Jetzt bewerben Später bewerben Job ID 10139484 Standort Burbank, Kalifornien, USA Veröffentlichungsdatum 08/01/2026 Unternehmen Disney Branded TelevisionJob-Zusammenfassung:
About the Role:
The Director, Business Affairs at Disney Branded Television will play a pivotal role in shaping the negotiation strategy and business relationships for the DBT Animation portfolio. This executive-level position is crucial for maintaining the integrity and success of Disney's extensive content creation and platform distribution efforts, ensuring that all agreements are structured and implemented effectively. The role is integral to Disney Entertainment Television's mission of delivering groundbreaking storytelling and captivating audiences worldwide.
Responsibilities:
As the Director, Business Affairs, you will be responsible for leading and managing multiple specialties within the business affairs function. Your role involves significant independent judgment and decision-making authority, directly impacting the structure, negotiation, and implementation of a wide range of agreements. You will work closely with executives across The Walt Disney Company, ensuring that all business dealings align with the company's best interests. This role matters because it directly influences the success of Disney's content across various platforms, requiring strategic thinking, creativity, and strong leadership skills.
Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and implement a wide range of agreements independently.
Manage ongoing relationships and business management of deals.
Collaborate with executives across Legal, Business Affairs, Finance, Labor, Creative, Production, Marketing, Ad Sales, Consumer Products, and Distribution.
Compile and prioritize deal points from various business units, championing best practices.
Oversee business aspects of original content, tent pole events, and ancillary areas.
Advise and support senior executives on key business issues and rights matters.
Assist with Business Affairs needs in other areas on an ad hoc basis.
Inspire individual and business success by clearly communicating the "why" behind business decisions.
Define strategies, expectations, and priorities to ensure team actions align with company success.
Provide continuous coaching and feedback to build trust and ensure team potential.
Develop self and others, supporting career aspirations and encouraging growth.
Promote an environment of respect, well-being, and flexibility through empathy and kindness.
Create an environment where Disney values are experienced, encouraging creative problem-solving and inclusivity.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 7 years of experience in Legal and/or Business Affairs for a major media company, league, or other sports entity.
Experience structuring, negotiating, drafting, and implementing entertainment deals.
Experience in the digital media and/or direct-to-consumer space.
Superior analytical and writing skills with strong business and financial acumen.
Strong negotiation skills, both individually and within a team.
Ability to strategize and think creatively with strong problem-solving skills.
Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
Knowledge of digital media initiatives, platforms, products, and services.
Professional, confident demeanor and a team player.
Ability to perform duties under minimal supervision while exercising discretion and independent judgment.
Must excel in a fast-paced, results-oriented work environment.
Bachelor's Degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
JD degree.
Additional Information:
onsite 4 days a week in Burbank, CA
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $139,100 to $186,600 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.
Über Disney Branded Television:
Über The Walt Disney Company:
Die Walt Disney Company ist zusammen mit ihren Tochtergesellschaften und verbundenen Unternehmen ein führendes, diversifiziertes internationales Familienunterhaltungs- und Medienunternehmen mit folgenden Geschäftsbereichen: Disney Entertainment, ESPN sowie Disney Experiences. Von seinen bescheidenen Anfängen als Zeichentrickfilmstudio in den 1920er Jahren bis zu seiner aktuellen Vorreiterrolle in der Unterhaltungsindustrie trägt Disney stolz sein Erbe weiter und bietet Geschichten und Erlebnisse von Weltklasse, die alle Familienmitglieder bezaubern. Disneys Geschichten, Figuren und Abenteuer erreichen Verbraucher und Gäste aus allen Teilen der Welt. Gemeinsam schaffen unsere Mitarbeiter und Darsteller aus Niederlassungen in über 40 Ländern der Welt Unterhaltungserlebnisse, die sowohl auf globaler Ebene als auch im heimischen Umfeld begeistern.
Diese Position ist bei Disney/ABC Cable Services, das Teil eines Geschäftssegments ist, das wir Disney Branded Television nennen.
Disney/ABC Cable Services bietet als Arbeitgeber Chancengleichheit. Die Beurteilung der Möglichkeit der Beschäftigung von Bewerbern erfolgt unabhängig von ethnischer Zugehörigkeit, Religion, Hautfarbe, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung, Geschlechtsidentität, Geschlechtsausdruck, nationaler Herkunft, Abstammung, Alter, Familienstand, militärischem Status oder Veteranenstatus, Gesundheitszustand, genetischen Informationen oder einer Behinderung, oder anderer gemäß Bundes-, Landes- oder örtlichem Gesetz verbotener Merkmale. Disney fördert eine Unternehmenskultur, in der Ideen und Entscheidungen aller Personen uns dabei helfen, zu wachsen, innovativ zu sein, die besten Geschichten zu schreiben und in einer sich ständig weiterentwickelnden Welt von Bedeutung zu sein.