Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning

This is a Full Time Job

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#### Quick Summary (full description below):
Disney is hiring a Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning for National Geographic and Disney Branded Television to manage global content strategies and programming alignment across international regions.

• Years of Experience Required: 3+ years in programming strategy or a related field (36+ Months)
• Salary: $67,500 to $90,400 per year
• Required Experience: Program planning, database management, content development, and stakeholder collaboration; proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Preferred Skills/Experience: Streaming experience, prior management experience, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
• Workplace Requirements: Location: Washington, DC (preferred) or New York, NY; flexible hours to accommodate global time zones
• Education Requirements: Required: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience; Preferred: Not mentioned
• Hard Skills Required: Project management, database management, programming strategy, content development, and technical proficiency
• Soft Skills Required: Organizational skills, attention to detail, excellent communication, cross-cultural awareness, and adaptability
• Benefits: Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits; potential for bonus and long-term incentive units

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Company: Disney
Job Title: Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning
Location: Washington, DC (preferred) or New York, NY

#### Job Description:
The Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning plays a key role in driving multi-platform audience growth for National Geographic and Disney Branded Television through effective slate management and global content alignment. This highly visible role involves managing regional programming communication, database integrity, and content strategy from greenlight through premiere.

Primary Responsibilities:
1. Multiplatform Program Planning:
- Collaborate with creative leads, executive producers, and regional programming heads to align brand priorities.
- Track master delivery schedules and resolve delays.
- Support regional premieres and third-party partnerships.

2. Regional Communication:
- Respond to regional requests for series information and screeners.
- Host monthly meetings with regional teams to address local programming needs.
- Share regional performance data with executive producers and provide regular programming updates.

3. Database Management:
- Serve as the superuser for programming systems.
- Maintain data integrity and troubleshoot regional database issues.
- Coordinate with Enterprise Metadata Services to ensure alignment across platforms.

4. Content Development & Acquisitions:
- Screen programming and provide editorial feedback during development.
- Attend pitch meetings and brainstorm sessions.
- Gather and represent regional feedback during greenlight discussions.

5. Administrative:
- Maintain directories, trackers, and programming materials.
- Organize quarterly editorial updates and ensure smooth onboarding for new employees.
- Coordinate meetings, prepare presentations, and manage electronic distribution lists.

Required Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in programming strategy or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and cross-cultural awareness.
• Comfortable learning new systems and technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Streaming experience is strongly desired.
• Prior management experience a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally.

Compensation:
• Salary Range: $67,500 to $90,400 per year.
• Additional incentives include bonuses, long-term incentive units, and comprehensive benefits.

This role is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, detail-oriented professional to contribute to the global success of National Geographic and Disney Branded Television.