Manager, Streaming Solutions

Job Posting Title:

Manager, Streaming Solutions

Req ID:

10111057

Job Description:

About the Role & Team

Disney Advertising's Client Partnerships team is seeking a Manager who will be an exceptional addition to our team. As a member of the Streaming Solutions group within Client Partnerships, you will join a dynamic team that is responsible for building best-in-class advertising solutions and proactive sponsorship opportunities for partners based on Hulu and Disney+ suite of content and ad products. We’re looking for someone who is interested in helping advertising partners drive ROI through opportunities that leverage Disney streaming platforms’ data insights, product capabilities, content library and marketing initiatives. The right person for this role is comfortable pairing storytelling skills with strategic thinking and is capable of speaking many languages, from sales and media to strategic development and technical capabilities.

Supporting the Brand vertical, this role requires the ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks at a time. We seek a naturally inquisitive, self-motivated individual who is enthusiastic about being part of a team that is challenging the norm and redefining TV. This individual must have a keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills, as this role will develop and drive projects forward proactively while working with many disciplines across the Disney organization, including but not limited to including but not limited to Entertainment Solutions, Disney CreativeWorks,  Research, Analytics, Pricing and Planning, Brand Marketing, Content Marketing, Addressable Solutions, Client Connect, Global Partnerships, Sales and Legal.

This individual should also have experience in developing and packaging media opportunities and know their way around a media plan. If you are someone who knows how to craft and package opportunities for clients and is equipped to balance the integrity of the Disney brand and advertisers’ needs while building innovative solutions, all with a roll-up-your-sleeves entrepreneurial spirit, this is a great role for you. This role will be based in our NYC Headquarters, 7 Hudson Square.

What You Will Do

Manage development of Seasonal streaming sponsorships and custom solutions

• This may include sponsorship, custom content and ad products that leverage streaming and social platforms

• Collaborate with Sr. Manager and leadership to develop sponsorship strategy and work closely with relevant internal partners to identify priorities, package opportunities that drive revenue, and be ready to pivot as marketplace needs change

• Prepare and merchandise seasonal opportunities sponsorship packages working with various streaming network partners, research, analytics and pricing and planning teams

• Develop custom and enhanced solutions for key seasonal tentpoles

  • Idea generation and creation of compelling pitch materials

  • Actively participate in idea generation and leading brainstorms with key stakeholders including CreativeWorks, and Disney+/Hulu marketing teams

  • Develop proactive solutions that align with sales and marketplace needs

  • Leverage tech and innovation, including ad products

Liaison to internal teams (Client Connect, Disney CreativeWorks) on RFP requests

• Offer guidance and assistance on package details and execution

• Assist with approvals as needed on the packages (Network, Legal, S&P, Business Affairs)

• Collaborate with internal partners on activation process for deals that sell-through, which may include:

  • Kick-off calls

  • Content rights & approvals

  • Management of any social component

  • All project related documentation: deal agreement letters, budget management, billing, research, etc.

• Work with Brand team coordinator to oversee Brand team trackers

• Build and maintain strong relationships with all internal stakeholders at a senior level (e.g., Programming, Scheduling, Marketing, Legal, S&P, PR, Client Connect, Disney CreativeWorks, Sales, etc.)

• Serve as a Streaming Solutions brand champion and content expert for external partners and internal Disney Ad Sales cross-portfolio colleagues. Help drive strategy and revenue performance by maximizing partnership opportunities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of television and/or digital marketing, sponsorship, promotion, branded entertainment and/or media at a network, streaming service, promotional/media agency or entertainment studio

• Expertise in project management/execution,