Integrated Planning Manager

1 Month ago • 5-5 Years • Operations • Business Development • $103,500 PA - $138,800 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Integrated Planning Manager plays a crucial role in aligning The Walt Disney Company's (TWDC) business segments with Studio goals. This involves ensuring the successful commercialization of Studio films/series through strategic alignment, go-to-market strategies, and streamlined processes. Responsibilities include managing key planning milestones, facilitating communication between Studio and cross-company partners (including DX teams), documenting and communicating Studio guidance, partnering with research & analytics to provide insights for strategic decision-making, identifying best practices, and supporting large-scale events. The role requires strong collaboration, communication, and analytical skills to maximize the long-term value of Studio IP.
Must have:
  • 5+ years experience in entertainment or related industry
  • Business/Marketing planning, financial analysis experience
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Project management, adaptation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
Good to have:
  • Disney segment experience
  • Experience with large-scale events planning
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Long-term incentive units
  • Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits

Job Details

Job Summary:

The Manager, Integrated Planning plays a critical role in bridging Studio goals with the diverse needs of The Walt Disney Company’s (TWDC) business segments. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful commercialization of Studio films/series through early strategic alignment, cohesive go-to-market strategies, and streamlined tools & processes. With a focus on building strong relationships and aligning efforts & priorities, the Manager collaborates with Studio and cross-company partners to maximize long term value of Studio IP.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Manage the planning and execution of key title planning milestones (including content share-outs and strategic discussions), partnering closely with Franchise, Studio Marketing, and DX teams.
  • Facilitate communication and alignment between Studio and DX partners on cross-company strategies (including size/scope of support/opportunities, priorities, holdbacks, and financial forecasts) and associated planning & development needs/timing.
  • With input from key stakeholders, document, socialize, and communicate out Studio guidance with the goal of protecting film/series creative and relevant marketing windows.
  • Partner with Studio Research & Analytics to provide relevant and digestible research/insights to cross-company partners that can help inform strategic decision-making and/or act as a pitch/sales tool.
  • Identify best practices across Studios, and consult on cross-company process opportunities that have meaningful efficiency and/or financial impact to the Studio.
  • Support the planning of large-scale events including Studio International Summit and Licensing Show.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 5 + years of experience in entertainment or related industry
  • 5 + years of relevant experience gained from business and/or marketing planning, financial analysis and/or management consultancy
  • Quick learner with robust critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously while adapting priorities seamlessly, navigating ambiguity, and maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a strong commitment to follow-through on projects and initiatives.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and oral, with the ability to express facts, thoughts, or ideas in a clear, organized, and convincing way tailored to the audience
  • Proven ability to effectively work with a variety of business partners and diverse stakeholders, and build effective and trusted relationships
  • Self-starter with strong initiative and proactive approach
  • Flexible, comfortable with uncertainty & ambiguity and adaptable to shifting priorities & partner needs
  • Please note that this position is based in Burbank, CA and will be required to be at the office at least 4 days a week. Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Disney Segment experience is highly beneficial


The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $103,500 to $138,800 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.

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