Executive Assistant (DET)
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10150576 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted May 26, 2026Job Summary:
Disney Entertainment Television is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide administrative support to the Head of Comedy and Adult Animation for ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals. Responsibilities for the role include heavy scheduling, answering phones, travel coordination, and the ability to anticipate the needs of the executive and the office.
Responsibilities
Schedule meetings, answer phones, make travel arrangements and various other administrative tasks to support the President, Scripted Programming.
Review your leader’s schedule to build-in time to prep for meetings properly and assist with prep when needed.
Interface directly with other senior executives and their support teams, your ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels is a crucial aspect of your role
Be prepared to adjust and revamp the entire schedule in response to unforeseen situations and resume normal operations once the situation is resolved.
Handle extremely confidential, sensitive information, remembering that Disney is a publicly traded company.
Stay up to date on the status of incoming materials for all our shows
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years’ administrative assistant experience
General understanding of the television development process and cycles.
A team player who is adaptable and can maintain their composure in a high stress, fast paced environment
Ability to anticipate the executive’s needs and effectively handle frequently changing priorities.
Thrives in an environment that requires commitment and administrative focus, strong organizational skills, precise attention to detail, and solid judgement.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; positive and collaborative working style.
Ability to multitask, manage and disseminate a variety of work tasks punctually and effectively.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Airtable).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting an SVP or above preferred.
Knowledge and passion for entertainment and media.
Required Education:
Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience.
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $59,600 to $79,800 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 Hulu Enterprises, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
Hulu Enterprises, LLC 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.