Program Manager, Business Integration – International
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10110091 Location Lantau Island, Hong Kong Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jan. 10, 2025Job Summary:
As Program Manager, Business Integration – International reporting to the Senior Manager, Business Integration - International, you will be responsible for leading talent outreach to identify and inspire the next generation of Disney Live Entertainment cast members, across all disciplines inclusive of technical, production, creative and performance. You will also lead communications and engagement strategies to inspire and elevate existing cast members. You will support HR and Talent Casting strategies both regionally and globally. You will help to drive inclusion initiatives to ensure the stories we tell represent the diversity of the guests we inspire. You will also support the management of the International Council and its subcommittees, particularly as it relates to outreach initiatives.
This role requires an energetic, passionate, knowledgeable advocate and ambassador for Disney Live Entertainment, with an understanding of training pathways and daily cast experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement talent outreach programs to attract and engage new and diverse talent for Disney Live Entertainment.
- Partner with HR, Talent Casting, and external stakeholders to create and execute talent development and retention plans for existing cast members.
- Engage regional education institutions and partner institutions to develop relevant curricula and schemes to nurture the next generation of Disney Live Entertainment leadership talent.
- Design and deliver communications and engagement campaigns to showcase the opportunities and achievements of Disney Live Entertainment cast members.
- Work closely with global Communications partners to manage social media channels within the region and create original content to inspire cast members.
- Collaborate with global and regional teams to align talent engagement and development initiatives with business objectives and values.
- Champion and advocate for inclusion and belonging in all aspects of Disney Live Entertainment, ensuring that our stories reflect the diversity of our audiences and communities.
- Support the management of the International Council and its subcommittees, particularly as it relates to outreach initiatives.
- Develop strategies to elevate the Disney Live Entertainment brand across the region, as an employer of choice.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in talent management, human resources, communications, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in talent engagement and development, preferably in the entertainment industry.
- Strong knowledge of and passion for Disney Live Entertainment and its products, brands, and values.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire diverse audiences.
- Creative, innovative, and collaborative mindset, with the ability to think strategically and execute tactically.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and multicultural environment, with a high degree of flexibility and adaptability.
- Passion for and knowledge of Disney’s brands, franchises, and live entertainment offerings.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally as needed.
- Proficiency in Mandarin and English is desirable.
About Walt Disney Imagineering:
Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.
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 WDImagineering Asia Limited, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.
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