Creative Executive

Job Overview Combining masterful artistry and storytelling with groundbreaking technology, Walt Disney Animation Studios is a filmmaker-driven animation studio responsible for creating some of the most beloved films ever made. The Creative Executive (CE) role helps shepherd the early development process for animated feature films and Disney streaming content. Responsibilities Manage the creative strategy on projects in development, helping filmmakers shape stories from concept through script with an emphasis on character and film structure. Facilitate and provide creative feedback in pitches, story sessions, screenings, and notes sessions. Integral role in preparing leadership to facilitate studio-wide presentations regarding creative feedback, including data analysis to derive themes and audience trends. Manage the constant search for and outreach to writers, both emerging and veteran, to match with directors by soliciting and analyzing scripts and interviewing writers. Build and maintain relationships with writers, agents, and industry executives, and other relevant creative communities, to scout emerging and diverse writing talent. Facilitate hiring of story and research consultants for projects in development and in production. Accountable for a comprehensive and well-organized writer database covering samples, general meetings, credits, script notes, representation, and other relevant information. Execute research initiatives and integrate ongoing research into story development. Responsible for tracking and understanding industry project trends, then communicating relevant findings to executive management through proficient public speaking skills. Collaborate on the story development of various ancillary projects. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in a relevant, comparable environment with feature film experience as a requirement. Animation feature experience is a plus. Excellent sense of screenplay structure, character, and analysis. Knowledge of film/TV/theater and the entertainment industry, and strong interest in animation. Seasoned industry contacts with writers and creative talent as well as agents, managers, and scouts. Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with all levels of creative talent and management, and with diverse personalities and work styles. Demonstrable flexibility, professionalism, autonomy, and finesse when handling the multiple and diverse demands of a fast‑paced and dynamic creative environment. Capable of sound independent judgement as it relates to interpersonal communication, project management, and company creative standards. Demonstrable poise under pressure and high emotional intelligence. Strong time management and organizational skills. Strong ability to learn new technologies. Compensation and Benefits The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $89,800.00 to $116,100.00 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and 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, depending on the level and position offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr