Manager, Digital Marketing (Vertical & Short-Form Content)

Client: Disney Entertainment
Location: Glendale, CA (Onsite Mon–Thurs, Remote Fridays)
Duration: 6-Month Contract (Extension Possible)
Pay Rate: $50–$56/hour
Schedule: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Classification: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)

About the Role

Disney Entertainment is seeking a Manager, Digital Marketing to support the Digital Center of Excellence (COE), the cross-functional team responsible for creative strategy, content planning, execution, and digital creator campaign management across Disney's studio portfolio.

This role will focus on driving the vertical video and short-form content experience for Disney+ on mobile, acting as a key liaison between the Disney+ Product team and Digital Influencer Marketing teams across all studio brands.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in creator partnerships, licensing, digital business development, and process-driven content operations within the digital media space.

Key Responsibilities

Cross-Studio Collaboration & Content Sourcing

• Serve as the primary liaison between Disney+ Product, Influencer Marketing, Legal & Clearances, and Studio Marketing teams.

• Align on content needs, execution strategy, and asset delivery for vertical and short-form initiatives.

Partnerships & Licensing

• Source and manage digital creator content and licensee assets for on-platform use.

• Support negotiation and coordination of creator and licensing agreements.

• Work closely with legal and clearance teams to ensure compliant content usage.

Campaign & Asset Management

• Lead planning and execution of vertical and short-form content from intake through final delivery.

• Ensure assets support audience engagement, retention, and brand strategy.

• Manage asset lifecycle using tracking tools (e.g., Airtable).

Product Partnership

• Collaborate with Disney+ Product and Technology teams to ensure content meets technical specifications.

• Optimize content for user experience and discoverability within the Disney+ mobile app.

Workflow & Process Optimization

• Build and refine scalable workflows for intake, prioritization, tracking, and delivery.

• Manage content calendars and cross-functional communication.

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and asset volume scaling.

Industry & Trend Leadership

• Stay current on vertical video trends, emerging platforms, and digital best practices.

• Apply insights to improve content strategy and execution.

Brand Stewardship

• Ensure all content adheres to Disney's standards for quality, innovation, and brand safety.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in digital marketing, creator partnerships, business development, or digital content management within media or entertainment.

• Prior experience at one or more of the following companies strongly preferred:
  Spotter, Jellysmack, Jukin, BroadbandTV (BBTV), Fullscreen, Bent Pixels, Studio71.

• Experience negotiating or supporting creator licensing and digital content partnerships.

• Strong understanding of the creator economy, YouTube ecosystem, and short-form/vertical content strategies.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.

• Highly process-oriented with experience using project management or tracking tools (e.g., Airtable, PowerPoint, Keynote).

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Operations, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with product, technology, or UX/UI teams.

• Familiarity with digital asset management systems and content clearance workflows.

• Ability to analyze engagement data and recommend optimizations.

• Knowledge of Disney studio brands and franchise ecosystems.

Work Environment

• Onsite Monday–Thursday at Disney's Glendale location

• Remote Fridays

• Standard studio hours (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

• Overtime eligible during high-volume campaign periods

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