Job Posting Title:
Manager, StrategyReq ID:
10148843Job Description:
Disney’s Direct to Consumer team oversees the Hulu and Disney+ streaming businesses within Disney Entertainment helping to bring The Walt Disney Company’s best-in-class storytelling to fans and families everywhere.
The DTC Strategy team supports DTC leadership in driving profitable growth and innovation by collaborating with stakeholders across the business to provide market intelligence, identify opportunities, and deliver actionable strategies and business plans. The team’s activities and accomplishments have contributed to the growth and success of the DTC business. Examples of work the group has led recently include:
- Developing long-term financial plans and international expansion plans for TWDC’s suite of direct-to-consumer services (Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, Disney+ Hotstar, Star+)
- Defining global content investment strategies for Disney+ and Hulu
- Assessing potential partnerships for our direct-to-consumer services
- Creating materials to lay out the business’s strategy for the investor community.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as project team leader for a variety of strategic projects and initiatives
- Work with senior business unit executives to support the strategic development process
- Assess and analyze critical media and entertainment trends worldwide
- Define and analyze critical new business development opportunities and growth strategies for the Segment and create business plans for new business ventures
- Create and analyze long range plans
Basic Qualifications:
- Experience and proven track record with a premier management consultancy, global investment bank, or corporate strategy role at a media or technology company
- Enthusiasm for media, technology and branded consumer products & experiences
- Strong analytical capabilities and financial modeling skills
- Familiarity with working in or with large organizations
- Experience leading project teams
Preferred Education
- MBA from a top graduate business school (or equivalent experience)
Job Posting Segment:
Direct to ConsumerJob Posting Primary Business:
DTC StrategyPrimary Job Posting Category:
Planning (Excludes M&A)Employment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Glendale, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
USA - CA - 2500 Broadway StreetDate Posted:
2026-04-29Skills Required
- Experience and proven track record with a premier management consultancy, global investment bank, or corporate strategy role at a media or technology company
- Strong analytical capabilities and financial modeling skills
- Experience leading project teams
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements raised wage floors for large groups of park cast members—e.g., Disneyland’s $24/hour minimum rising to $26 over the contract and Walt Disney World’s path from $18 toward about $20–$20.50 by 2026—signaling upward movement in hourly pay. These steps are described as meaningful improvements for many frontline roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.
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