Sales Executive, Studio
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10109380 Location Richmond, Australia / Melbourne, Australia Business The Walt Disney Company (APAC) Date posted Jan. 08, 2025Job Summary:
Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.
As a key member of the Studio Distribution team for Walt Disney Studios ANZ, the Sales Executive is responsible for managing the commercial relationship between Disney and key Theatrical Exhibition partners across Australia. Your strong relationship building skills will enable you to engage exhibitors about upcoming Disney releases and ensure that releases are booked appropriately, ensuring benefit for both parties.
Our ideal candidate is someone who gets their energy working in a team environment – but not just any team, a team of passionate cinema and film buffs who love what they do! Your passion for film and entertainment meets theirs and you bring this passion with you to deliver what you love each day. When making decisions, you understand that data tells the story, and you enjoy working with numbers to inform conversations. You thrive off adapting to a changing day, have a considered approach to your work, and love our titles as much as we do!
Your key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
- Manage and foster exhibition partner relationships
- Negotiate session policy and weekly session management
- Manage bookings and content operational requirements
- Deliver sales objectives to maximise film release performance
- Drive incremental box office through screening programs and back catalogue campaigns
- Support box office reporting and industry analysis
To be successful in this role, you will hold:
- Minimum 5 years Sales, Marketing or Trade Marketing experience, preferably in a theatrical or entertainment environment
- Demonstrated experience in relationship management
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication & presentation skills
- Strong proficiency in - Excel (advanced formulas etc) & PowerPoint (building presentations)
- Results orientated with a strong sense of urgency
Additional Information:
This is unique opportunity to join the talented team that develops and delivers unparalleled entertainment across Australia and New Zealand so if this role captures your imagination then apply now!
The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
The Walt Disney Company can provide individual accessibility support that may be needed during your interview process. Please let us know of accommodations that may assist in helping you feel welcome by emailing wdi.careers.au@disney.com.
About The Walt Disney Company (APAC):
For over 70 years, The Walt Disney Company has been entertaining consumers in Asia Pacific – and enriching people’s lives. Today’s consumer can discover new branded experiences in many ways and in many markets from Australia, New Zealand, Mainland China, Japan, Korea to Southeast Asia.
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 The Walt Disney Company (Australia) P/L, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (APAC).