D23 Creative & Programming Specialist
The Walt Disney Company
Glendale, CAThis was removed by the employer on 8/6/2024 5:32:00 PM PST
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D23 Creative & Programming Specialist
Overview
D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is a membership-based affinity program for passionate Disney fans all over the world to celebrate all things Disney, including Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and more. D23 deepens relationships with fans by delivering insider access to unique content and experiences that span the breadth of Disney's past, present and future while working closely with cross-company and third-party partners to engage the company's best brand ambassadors.
The name ''D23'' pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his first studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney's over 100-year history. It gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic, 365 days a year, through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com with members-only content; member-exclusive offers; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year.
D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is looking for a passionate and creative programming professional with the proven ability to manage multiple projects with efficiency. Serving as a key contact and main contributor for D23 creative, events, and programs, this position would support the D23 team on a variety of projects including events, merchandise, content, membership and related marketing. Working with a wide range of business partners, the Creative & Programming Specialist will play a key role in events, programming, and merchandise, from leading brainstorms and ideation, creative brief development, research, art direction, writing, talent coordination, and on-site deliverables like keynote presentations, pre-show reels, and talent and guest support. An ideal candidate will possess a collaborative spirit, have strong attention to detail, and be passionate about creative and the past, present and future of the Disney brand.
Responsibilities
• Brainstorm and develop briefs and coordinate the calendar of year-round events, programs and merchandise, working with Marketing, Events, Social, Production Management, and Graphics teams. Key contact for creative deliverables and project deadlines on the D23 programming team.
• Playing a key leadership role in events- creating future calendars for programming, from venue research to talent coordination, contracts and on-site leadership and deliverables like keynote presentations, pre-show reels, hosting and talent or guest support.
• Trafficking assets, managing timelines, and tracking all aspects of D23 event materials and merchandise projects. Act as point of contact for programming inquiries and dissemination of information and assets and approvals. Actively looking for ways to improve processes across the team- proposing and implementing improvements.
• Writing and proofreading copy for D23.com articles, event postings, merchandise listings, trivia, video content, and other D23 initiatives, ensuring they are accurate and consistent across multiple platforms. Brand steward for D23, ensuring programming materials are aligned with the Disney Family of Brands and factually accurate.
• Contribute to overall D23 Membership goals, thinking strategically and implementing innovative new ways to improve upon member experience, retention and acquisition. Providing a fan perspective and voice across all projects.
• Navigate quick timelines under pressure with excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Work collaboratively and foster strong relationships with internal, external, and cross-functional partners while being proactive and resourceful.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills in day-to-day work.
Basic Qualifications:
• At least 2 years of marketing experience at an entertainment/media company or creative agency with an emphasis on events, creative campaigns, and content
• Bachelor's degree in communications, Events, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience
• Deep knowledge and understanding of The Walt Disney Company, its history and businesses.
• Strong background in managing many different projects in various degrees of completion at the same time.
• Skilled at visual storytelling and crafting high-quality presentations in Keynote
• Experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Photoshop.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience at The Walt Disney Company preferred
The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $70,000 - $85,300 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.