Manager, Corporate Communications at The Walt Disney Company

Seoul, South Korea

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, MediaIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience in communications, media, journalism, and/or agency
Strong knowledge of local media landscape (broadcast, print and online); media and entertainment industry knowledge a plus
Deep editor and stakeholder relationships in South Korea
Issues and crisis communications experience
Team player with experience working with virtual teams across markets and regions
Excellent oral/written communication and project management skills
Demonstrated creative thinking and strong project management skills

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic, integrated communication plans to support business goals in South Korea and enhance corporate reputation
Build corporate and consumer narratives as well as create stories around brands (Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and more), Disney+, local and global content
Design proactive and strategic media relations and engagement programs
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Public Policy and Legal, to amplify key brand campaigns, partnerships and other initiatives
Develop and execute CSR programs for South Korea
Proactively identify and manage potential issues and opportunities
Provide executive engagement support, including press outreach and speaking opportunities
Partner closely with stakeholders within media and entertainment industry and engage third-party advocates

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Corporate CommunicationsMedia RelationsStakeholder RelationsCSRIssues ManagementStrategic CommunicationsPress OutreachExecutive Engagement

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Manager, Corporate Communications role?

A minimum of 10 years of experience in communications, media, journalism, and/or agency is required, along with strong knowledge of the local media landscape, issues and crisis communications experience, and excellent oral/written communication and project management skills.

Is this a remote position or does it require working in South Korea?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at The Walt Disney Company?

Disney emphasizes innovation, imagination, and inclusion at its core, fostering an inclusive employee experience with continuous learning, development, and achievement, while committing to a diverse and inclusive workforce where all can thrive.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates will have deep relationships with editors and stakeholders in South Korea, experience working with virtual teams across markets, demonstrated creative thinking, and knowledge of the media and entertainment industry.