Executive Assistant, Production (Disney Kids & Family)
The Walt Disney Company · Burbank, CA · Today
On-siteAdministrative$54k–$72k/yrFull-time
Summary Disney Kids & Family is a unit of Disney Entertainment Television, which oversees development and production of content geared towards kids, teens and families for Disney+, Disney Channel, Disney Jr and Disney XD. The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to one or more executives on the film and television team, working closely with production, creative, and finance partners across a broad slate of projects. This role requires a highly organized, proactive, and discreet professional who can manage a fast-paced, dynamic workload while maintaining the confidentiality and attention to detail required in a high-profile entertainment environment. The ideal candidate has prior experience supporting executives in film or television and is comfortable navigating the unique rhythms of development, production, and post-production calendars. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment and wants to build a career supporting content creation at the highest level. Responsibilities Manage complex, ever-changing calendars for one or more executives, scheduling and prioritizing meetings, table reads, screenings, production check-ins, and travel across multiple time zonesServe as a primary point of contact for internal teams and external partners, including studios, producers, talent representatives, and agencies, exercising sound judgment and discretion at all timesCoordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including detailed itineraries, for production-related trips and location visitsPrepare, proofread, and distribute correspondence, memos, presentations, and other documents on behalf of the executive(s)Track and help manage department budgets, expense reports, invoices, and purchase orders in partnership with Production FinanceOrganize and maintain production schedules, script drafts, casting materials, and other time-sensitive documents, ensuring version control and confidentialityCoordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, including scripted and unscripted development sessions, greenlight meetings, and pitch meetingsAnticipate the needs of the executive(s) and proactively solve scheduling conflicts or logistical issues before they ariseLiaise with other Executive Assistants and support staff across the department and studio to ensure smooth coordination of cross-functional projectsHandle highly confidential and sensitive information regarding talent, projects, and business matters with the utmost discretionAssist with onboarding of new hires, vendors, and consultants, including processing paperwork and coordinating access and equipmentProvide general administrative support, including expense reconciliation, supply ordering, and file organizationSupport special projects and department initiatives as assigned Qualifications 3+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative support role, ideally within film, television, or broader entertainment/media productionFamiliarity with the development and production process for scripted and/or unscripted film and television content is strongly preferredExceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with executives, talent, and external partnersHigh level of discretion, diplomacy, and professionalism when handling confidential informationProficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Concur or similar expense/travel platforms a plusStrong calendar management skills, including experience coordinating across multiple time zonesAbility to work independently, anticipate needs, and exercise good judgment with minimal supervisionFlexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as production schedules requirePositive, can-do attitude with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization Required Education Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $54,000 to $72,300 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.