Manager, Production Innovation Lab
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10151321 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Jun. 09, 2026Job Summary:
Role Overview
The Manager, Production Innovation Lab leads day-to-day execution, programming, and operations of Disney Entertainment Television’s Production Innovation Lab, supporting adoption of production platforms and AI-enabled creative workflows that power premium episodic storytelling. Partnering closely with creative, production, and technology teams, this role delivers structured Lab programs, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences that make emerging tools and workflows accessible and relevant to production audiences. Focused on execution and operational excellence, the Manager ensures the Lab provides consistent, high-quality engagements that enable teams to explore and engage with new capabilities in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day execution of the Production Innovation Lab, ensuring consistent operations, programming, and delivery of Lab engagements
Plan and deliver Innovation Lab programs, pilots, and technology activations, managing work from intake through execution and completion
Design and facilitate demonstrations, workshops, and hands-on sessions that enable creative and production teams to explore and apply emerging tools and workflows
Manage Lab operations and logistics, including scheduling, vendor coordination and oversight, materials, documentation, and operational workflows
Capture feedback and key learnings from Lab engagements, applying insights to improve future programming and delivery
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of experience leading programs, operations, or initiatives in innovation, production, creative technology, or related functions required.
Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver multi-track programs or activations, managing work from intake through execution and completion
Working knowledge of episodic television, streaming, or production pipelines and workflows required.
Experience working cross-functionally with creative, production, and technical stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, including experience explaining and demonstrating tools, workflows, or technical concepts to audiences at all levels, including creative teams, production leadership, and executive stakeholders
Hands-on experience applying emerging technologies, including AI-assisted tools or workflows, in creative, production, or enablement contexts
Candidates must reside near our Burbank, CA offices. This role requires someone onsite.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience operating or supporting an innovation lab, center of excellence, or production-facing enablement environment
Experience designing or delivering workshops, demonstrations, or hands-on learning experiences
Background in creative technology, post-production, VFX, or real-time production workflows
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $126,000 to $170,000 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 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 Touchstone Television Productions, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
Touchstone Television Productions, 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.