Development Assistant at The Walt Disney Company

Burbank, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Entertainment, Film, MediaIndustries

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
2+ years experience on a Production Company or Studio desk (agency experience preferred)
Ability to work independently and proactively to solve problems
Ability to work with confidential information
Strong people skills, including the ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to take initiative and work with limited direction
Positive attitude with the ability to be resourceful and flexible
Detail-oriented with superior organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Enthusiasm for film, particularly specialty/arthouse films
Strong computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multitask, meet deadlines, and change course of action quickly

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
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