Manager, Production Operations (Disney Entertainment Television)

The Walt Disney Company•Burbank, CA

About The Position

The Manager of Production Operations for Disney Entertainment Television will support the production organization by leading cross-functional operational initiatives, overseeing strategic reporting, and managing high-visibility events and projects across Disney Entertainment Television. This role ensures leadership is equipped with accurate, timely information and that organizational workflows function cohesively across studios and stakeholders.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in production operations or a related field.
Proficiency in Airtable for production reporting.
Strong project management skills with experience in event planning and execution.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Strategic Reporting & Information Management
Own weekly and ad-hoc production reporting (via Airtable), gathering current information from Production, Post, and Finance.
Prepare tailored reports for high level meetings with senior executives across the company.
Monitor active and upcoming projects to keep Production leadership informed on development materials, budgets, calendars, milestones, and key creative updates.
Track releases, premieres, and set-visit opportunities to inform leadership engagement and strengthen studio/talent relationships.
Event & Onsite Leadership
Plan and execute Leadership Onsites (minimum 4 annually), including agenda planning with Learning and Development Team, departmental coordination, and vendor and budget management.
Lead departmental events such as holiday gatherings and initiatives, volunteer days, learning lunches, and team-building experiences.
Manage special events (e.g., Women’s Production Society breakfasts, VIP studio tours).
Cross-Functional Operations & Stakeholder Management
Serve as liaison to senior leaders and partner departments to drive alignment on cross-functional initiatives (e.g. DET AI Education Sessions, partner presentations).
Lead ad hoc operational projects such as strike readiness grids, production hiatus tracking, show-by-region analyses, and quickly compiling tailored show-information summaries for internal/external stakeholders as needed.
Provide research and prepare briefing materials for internal and external meetings, including talking points and stakeholder context.