Executive Assistant, Communications & Publicity (Disney Branded Television)

Executive Assistant, Communications & Publicity

Disney Branded Television is seeking an exceptionally organized, proactive, and discreet Executive Assistant to support the SVP of Corporate Communications and Publicity and the VP of Publicity. This is a fast-paced, high-trust role requiring sharp judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellence.

The ideal candidate will not only manage calendars, travel, and expenses for two senior leaders but also serve as a vital administrative resource across the broader team. We're looking for someone who takes initiative, solves problems before they arise, and thrives in a high-volume, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex, high-volume calendars for both the SVP and VP
• Schedule and coordinate meetings across departments, partners, and time zones
• Arrange domestic and international travel; process related expense reports
• Serve as a primary point of contact with internal executives, talent reps, media partners, and cross-functional teams with professionalism and discretion
• Draft, proofread, and format internal reports, updates, memos, and other communications
• Prepare agendas, take notes, and track action items for meetings as needed
• Maintain and update team-wide resources such as contact lists and project trackers
• Support corporate and press events with logistics coordination and administrative tasks
• Order supplies, manage workspace logistics, and handle other operational needs
• Stay informed on department projects and priorities to anticipate needs and streamline workflow
• Proactively identify process improvements and prevent issues before they arise

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of administrative experience supporting senior executives
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and trustworthiness
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Proficiency in managing complex calendars
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom, and Microsoft Teams
• Familiarity with Concur, Workday, and other enterprise systems
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Demonstrate strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn and navigate new systems, tools, and workflows in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to support occasional after-hours needs (e.g. press events or travel schedules)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with various reporting tools such as Google Docs, SharePoint, and Airtable

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $58,700 to $78,600 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.