Job Description
The
Walt Disney Imagineering Executive Communications Manager is a leadership role within the Walt Disney Imagineering Communications team, responsible for guiding a small team of communications professionals and overseeing the planning, development, and delivery of executive and organizational messaging. This position serves as a
primary point of contact for senior leaders , translating their vision into clear, compelling narratives for internal and external audiences. The Communications Manager will balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution, ensuring high-quality deliverables, consistent messaging, and strong collaboration across teams.
You will not only manage projects but also mentor team members, streamline workflows, and represent the Communications function in executive-level discussions.
What You Will Do: As the
Executive Communications Manager , you will:
- Serve as a primary communications partner for senior executives, advising on messaging, tone, and strategic delivery.
- Manage the creation of executive speeches, talking points, presentations, and written communications for internal and external audiences.
- Oversee the planning and execution of major communication initiatives, ensuring alignment across multiple stakeholders and functions.
- Facilitate and lead regular touchpoints with leadership to review upcoming priorities and communication needs.
- Approve and oversee the production of newsletters, announcements, and other executive communications, maintaining brand and messaging consistency.
- Coordinate with creative, AV, and production teams to produce engaging assets.
- Manage the communications calendar and ensure seamless scheduling across projects, campaigns, and leadership updates.
- Review and approve communications for clarity, accuracy, and alignment with company priorities.
- Track communication impact and report on effectiveness, making recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Represent the Communications team in cross-functional meetings, ensuring Imagineering’s messaging is consistent and integrated.
- Step in to assist with content creation and event support as needed to meet deadlines and maintain quality.
Required Qualifications & Skills: 5+ years of experience in communications, public relations, corporate events, or related field, including:
- Leadership & Team Management: Experience guiding and developing a small team or project group, providing direction, feedback, and fostering professional growth.
- Executive Communication Expertise: Demonstrated ability to work directly with senior leaders, preparing and delivering high-quality speeches, talking points, and presentations that reflect organizational priorities.
- Strategic Planning: Proven track record of developing and managing communication strategies from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with brand and business objectives.
- Exceptional Writing & Editing Skills: Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives across multiple formats and audiences.
- Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to develop trust and maintain positive working relationships with executives, peers, and cross-functional partners.
- Organization & Project Management: Skilled at managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders while maintaining attention to detail.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to evaluate communication effectiveness through metrics and recommend improvements.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with SAP; and experience with creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) preferred.
- Professionalism & Executive Presence: Ability to represent the Communications team in leadership meetings and high-profile settings with confidence, discretion, and service-oriented focus.
Education: - Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or equivalent work experience.
Additional Information: - Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at
#DisneyCommsCareers
The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $113,800 to $152,500 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.
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