Development Assistant
The Walt Disney Company
Burbank, CA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,600–$84,800 Per Year
LOCATION
Burbank, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
The Development Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting the creative and administrative functions of the development team. This position is ideal for someone passionate about film and storytelling, with strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset. It serves as an entry point into the creative development career path, involving coordination with internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to the creative development process across a dynamic slate of film projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Creative & Development Support
+ Track submissions (scripts, books, writing samples); compile notes and feedback.
+ Create notes documents and maintain development grids.
+ Conduct research on talent, industry trends, and creative material to support development decisions.
+ Monitor emerging writing and directing talent and maintain up-to-date records of projects.
+ Assist in the creation of presentations, sizzle reels, and visual materials for internal use.
+ Coordinate with departments such as Production, Legal, Marketing, and Business Affairs.
Administrative Support
+ Manage executive calendars, schedule meetings and calls, and coordinate domestic/international travel and logistics.
+ Handle phones, roll calls, take notes, and manage mail and office correspondence.
+ Prepare and submit expense reports; ensure timely payment of corporate card statements.
+ Greet guests and liaise professionally with talent, executives, and assistants.
+ Maintain organizational documents, logs, and binders, including tracking incoming/outgoing submissions.
Basic Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
+ At least 1+ year/s of experience in a studio, production company, literary or talent agency.
+ Strong editorial judgment and passion for storytelling.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office, Apple tools (Outlook, Keynote, PowerPoint), and Adobe Acrobat.
+ Fast and efficient reader with the ability to synthesize creative material.
+ Professional, calm, and empathetic demeanor; discretion in handling confidential information.
+ Proactive, resourceful, and flexible approach to problem-solving.
+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $65,600.00 to $84,800.00 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.
Job ID: 10146108
Location: Burbank,California
Job Posting Company: The Walt Disney Studios
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
About the Company
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The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company is the global leader in high-quality entertainment and innovative technology. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or moreINDUSTRY
Entertainment Venues and Theaters
WEBSITE
https://jobs.disneycareers.com