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Manager, Production Innovation Lab

Disney Entertainment

Burbank, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$126,000–$170,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Emerging Technology, Entertainment and Media, Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Leadership, Logistics, Materials Tracking, Operations Management, Product Demonstration, Production Support, Storytelling, Television Broadcasting, Vendor/Supplier Planning
LOCATION
Burbank, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
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.

Job ID: 10151321

Location: Burbank,California

Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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