Manager, Creator Content & Partnerships - Direct to Consumer

Burbank, CA (On-site)

$105K/yr – $141K/yrManager5+ years expFull time

Posted 22 hrs ago

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Job Summary

Own the creator partnerships strategy and lead Disney plus creator initiatives to grow audience, engagement, and monetization across platforms.

  • Develop and execute creator partnership strategies for Disney+ audience growth, engagement, and retention.
  • Lead TikTok Creator Program and other creator initiatives, driving innovation and measurable business impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute creator partnership strategies that support Disney+ audience growth, engagement, and retention.
  • Build scalable creator programs that connect creators, talent, and media brands with Disney's iconic franchises and original content.
  • Lead Disney's TikTok Creator Program and other strategic creator initiatives, driving innovation, operational excellence, and measurable business impact.
  • Cultivate and manage relationships with creators, talent representatives, agencies, and strategic partners to expand Disney's creator ecosystem.
  • Develop partnership models and creator engagement strategies that foster long-term relationships while delivering measurable results.
  • Monitor emerging platform trends, creator behaviors, and digital culture to identify new opportunities for audience engagement.
  • Lead the development and execution of creator-led content initiatives from concept through launch and performance optimization.
  • Partner with creative, marketing, programming, and product teams to develop compelling short-form content aligned with Disney's storytelling and brand standards.
  • Help shape creator programming that complements Disney+ content strategy while expanding audience reach across digital platforms.
  • Evaluate content performance and audience insights to inform programming decisions and future content investments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in digital media, creator partnerships, social media, content strategy, digital marketing, entertainment, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of people leadership experience, including leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
  • Proven success developing and managing creator or influencer partnership programs at scale.
  • Experience working directly with creators, talent agencies, management companies, or digital media partners.
  • Strong understanding of creator ecosystems, social platforms, and emerging digital media trends.
  • Experience developing or overseeing short-form content strategies across platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and other creator-first channels.
  • Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives across marketing, content, product, analytics, and business teams.
  • Strong analytical mindset with experience using audience insights and performance data to inform strategy and investment decisions.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred

  • Experience in media, entertainment, streaming, digital publishing, or creator-focused organizations.
  • Experience launching creator-led content franchises, original programming, or large-scale social content initiatives.
  • Knowledge of creator monetization models, incentive structures, and partnership frameworks.
  • Experience managing high-volume creator content operations.
  • Deep understanding of internet culture, creator trends, and emerging social platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and external partners through strategic thinking and data-driven recommendations.
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For 100 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios, Searchlight Pictures, and 20th Century Studios. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Group, producer of world-class stage shows, as well as Disney Music Group.

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