Senior Content Partnerships Associate

Senior Content Partnerships Associate

Disney's Direct to Consumer (DTC) organization oversees the Hulu and Disney+ streaming businesses within Disney Entertainment, helping to bring The Walt Disney Company's best-in-class storytelling to a growing and highly engaged subscriber base around the globe.

Disney's DTC Content Partnerships team is seeking a Senior Content Partnerships Associate to join the Emerging Content team. This team plays a critical role in shaping the DTC content portfolio by identifying, evaluating, and acquiring emerging content formats—such as vertical video, microseries, and podcasts—to support both global and regional programming needs across Disney+ and Hulu.

Working in close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, this team helps define forward-looking content strategies and enables execution through thoughtful planning, deal management, and operational alignment.

As part of the broader DTC organization, this role contributes to bringing The Walt Disney Company's industry-leading storytelling to audiences worldwide through Disney+ and Hulu.

• Support the development and execution of content strategies focused on emerging formats, with an emphasis on vertical video and evolving digital-first content
• Contribute to end-to-end content licensing efforts, from opportunity evaluation and analysis through deal execution and internal alignment
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful content launches and seamless operationalization post-deal
• Analyze content performance and market trends to inform future investment decisions and portfolio strategy
• Assist in managing ongoing partner relationships and deal performance in collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Help drive alignment and communication across global teams on emerging content initiatives

Core Responsibilities

• Evaluate new content opportunities through market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and performance insights
• Partner with Programming, Content Strategy, and Operations teams to support smooth content launches and lifecycle management
• Track and analyze on-platform performance to inform post-launch reviews and future deal decisions
• Maintain cross-functional alignment with Finance, Product, Marketing, Scheduling, and other partners to support deal success

Business Enablement of TWDC Content Initiatives

• Partner with the Senior Manager and International Content teams to ensure global alignment on emerging content initiatives
• Support internal communications and stakeholder updates related to key content initiatives and partnerships
• Assist with management of ongoing partnerships, including 1P deals in collaboration with TV & Film Licensing teams
• Help triage and manage inbound opportunities related to the Disney Entertainment Television (DETV) portfolio
• Leverage insights from Content Strategy, Strategic Planning & Operations, Data & Analytics, and Research teams to inform recommendations and optimize content investments

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of relevant experience in media, entertainment, consulting, investment banking, or a related analytical field, experience in content acquisition, partnerships, sales or strategy within the media or entertainment industry a plus.
• Strong analytical and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights
• Advanced Excel modeling skills and experience creating executive-ready presentations
• Demonstrated interest in evaluating content and synthesizing insights into concise recommendations, with a strong understanding of brand and portfolio fit
• Working knowledge of the entertainment and digital streaming landscape, including competitive dynamics and industry trends. Interest in emerging content formats, including short-form video and new distribution models, a plus.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and business judgment skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage and influence stakeholders effectively
• High attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Collaborative mindset, positive attitude, and ability to contribute to a dynamic team environment

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent years of experience.

This role is based in the Santa Monica office 4 days a week from Monday through Thursday and flexibility to work from home on Friday.

The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, California is $105,100.00 - $140,900.00 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.