Sr. Product Manager II, Metadata Distribution

Job ID 10100570 Location Santa Monica, California, United States / San Francisco, California, United States / New York, New York, United States / Seattle, Washington, United States Business Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology Date posted Sep. 18, 2024

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Job Summary:

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology
On any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we’re reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world’s most beloved stories while also transforming Disney’s media business for the future. Whether that’s evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney’s unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

A few reasons why we think you’d love working for Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

Building the future of Disney’s media business: DE&E Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power Disney’s media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.
Reach & Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and much more.
Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

The Product Management team guides the strategy and vision for Disney’s incredible global digital products portfolio - from Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ and the ESPN App to Marvel Unlimited, National Geographic, ABC and ABC News, and film websites and games. This team impacts the way millions of people around the world experience and engage with Disney’s iconic stories and unmatched content in more personalized and immersive ways, leveraging cutting-edge technologies ranging from Machine Learning to Extended Reality.

Job Summary
We are seeking a Sr. Product Manager II for Metadata Distribution to drive the strategy and execution of our internal metadata translation and distribution platform. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate and efficient transformation and dissemination of metadata across various systems, supporting content delivery and ensuring a high-quality user experience for our suite of direct-to-consumer products. This role will sit at a key internal intersection and drive a critical phase of the future of Disney’s DTC infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Define and drive the strategy for the metadata translation and distribution platform, aligning it with the overall business objectives and content delivery goals.
Write clear, concise, and comprehensive product requirements for the metadata platform, ensuring they meet the needs of internal stakeholders and support seamless integration between different systems.
Own and prioritize the roadmap for metadata squads, ensuring alignment with the product strategy and timely delivery of high-quality features and enhancements.
Act as the primary liaison with internal partner teams (e.g. engineering, product, operations, data, business) that require content metadata, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to ensure their needs are met.
Oversee the development and implementation of metadata distribution features, coordinating with engineering, design, and QA teams to deliver robust and scalable solutions.
Track and analyze the performance of the metadata platform, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
Engage with key stakeholders across the organization to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.

Basic Qualifications

A minimum of 7+ years of experience in product management or other relevant field required.
Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience
Strong understanding of metadata translation and distribution technologies, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously, driving alignment and delivering results.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely to various audiences.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Industry experience in the streaming or media or entertainment space is a plus.
Working knowledge of media content delivery processes, with a focus on metadata, content management systems, or related fields.
Familiarity with project management practices.
MBA or other relevant advanced degree

The hiring range for this position in New York, NY and Seattle, WA is $156,300 to $209,600 per year , in Santa Monica, CA and Bristol, CT is $149,300 to $200,200 per year, in San Francisco, CA is $163,500 to $219,200 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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About Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology:

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology (DE&E Technology) provides the technological backbone and product development for Disney’s two media business units, while helping to keep the company at the vanguard of innovation – enabling the Company to continuously leverage technology to enhance storytelling and creativity, while delivering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency for its businesses.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology.

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