Lead Project Manager
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10102464 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Studios Date posted Oct. 09, 2024Job Summary:
Performance Marketing is an internal cross-functional team within The Walt Disney Studios Marketing organization. The Performance Marketing team leverages developing and maturing ad technologies to achieve remarkable data-driven results within auction-based or otherwise addressable media platforms while supporting other paid media and marketing efforts with insights, recommendations, and innovative marketing technologies. Performance Marketing includes Marketing Technology and Marketing Science who help drive innovation, but also includes Performance Marketing Strategy & Operations, Marketing Analytics, and Marketing Compliance who ground the overall team in the business. Together, we strive and collaborate for continuous improvement in advertising effectiveness and efficiency while protecting and enhancing the magical brands of The Walt Disney Studios.
Job Responsibilities:
- Working directly under and with the Vice President of Performance Marketing and Analytics to develop, track and manage project timelines and goals for the Performance Marketing team
- Drive workflow and project success metrics and timelines
- Ensure cross functional teams adhere to deadlines and timelines
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports and meeting minutes
- Monitor project progress, identify issues and communicate project status
- Help establish team goals and work cross functionally to ensure goals are met
- Working cross functionally with internal teams to understand data use cases, business use cases and strategic data driven marketing strategies
- Manage data and technology vendor fees and payment allocation
- Manage invoices for finance and accounts payable
- Participating as a member of a cohesive and collaborative, cross-functional Performance Marketing team
- Support internal teams, when necessary, with ad hoc projects
- Maintain knowledge of media technology, buying platforms and analytics tools
Required/Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years experience in Project Management in a business context, ideally in Marketing/Advertising or relevant experience with Product Management, Analytics, General/Brand Management
- Proficient with project management tools and software such as SmartSheets, AirTable, Jira or similar
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to work independently as well as across teams in a diverse, international, collaborative environment
- Self-driven, accountable, well-organized, detail-oriented individual
- Cross functional team player with a passion for entertainment and Disney’s Studios brands
- Experience working with cross functional teams to translate business needs into data requirements
- Ability to manage multiple projects effectively that meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with ad platforms including Google Ads, Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, Innovid, LiveRamp and DSPs (Google DV360, Trade Desk, Amazon Ads, Yahoo DSP)
- Knowledge of digital ad serving, tracking and implementation
- Knowledge of data infrastructure, technology, data analytics and measurement
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $113,740 to $152,570 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.
About The Walt Disney Studios:
For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.
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 Disney Entertainment Operations LLC, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.
Disney Entertainment Operations 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.