Contract Administrator (Disney Entertainment Television)
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10153471 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Jun. 18, 2026Job Summary:
The Contract Administrator at Disney Entertainment Television (DET) will support the team in the administration of above-the-line agreements for production of pilots, series, and television movies. This position involves independent judgment, processing and decision-making. The Administrator will work closely with leadership in Contract Administration and across DET, helping to facilitate alignment of all departments with the company's processes and practices. Responsibilities include the accurate interpretation of agreements, maintaining and following WGA/DGA Union rules and ensuring that tasks are handled in a timely manner.
Core Responsibilities:
Correspond with Production Staff to process and draft Episodic Writer Agreements for series writing staff.
Process and draft Episodic Director Agreements in collaboration with senior Contract Administrators.
Process singular specialized payments on ongoing series productions such as Character Payments, Program fees, Royalties & Agency Package Fees.
Collaborate with senior Contract Administrators to facilitate processing of contractual obligations for high-level Overall players.
Assure that all administration matters are being handled in compliance with the applicable union/guild agreements.
Foster working relationships with Business Affairs, Production, Current, Labor, Finance and Casting across DET, as well as with line producers, production coordinators, payroll accountants, talent agents, managers and occasionally talent on each project in order to grow personally and professionally.
Collaborate with other members of the Contract and Casting Administration teams while holding self and team members to a high level of excellence and professionalism.
Promote an environment of support, respect, well-being and flexibility where Disney values are embraced, encouraging creative problem-solving and inclusivity.
Show a commitment to professional development through collaboration with senior team members and leadership.
Demonstrate openness to feedback from leadership and collaborators across the studios.
Required Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in the entertainment industry with general knowledge of the administering of the contractual obligations in talent agreements.
A highly organized individual who has strong communication skills, excellent judgment, is a self-starter, has the ability to work with a high level of detail and complexity and exhibits a professional and collaborative demeanor.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks concurrently and possession of strong time management skills are essential.
General knowledge of applicable union/guild agreements, with a particular emphasis on the WGA and DGA.
The candidate must be comfortable and confident when interfacing with a variety of team members, high-level executives (internally and externally), production personnel and talent representatives.
Strong IT skills and extensive database experience with expertise using a variety of database systems. Experience with BLAST, IDeA and AirTable preferred.
Proficiency with MS Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience.
Additional Information:
On-site 4 days per week in Burbank.
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $65,300 to $87,500 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.