Hybrid Communications Manager – Project Hire

at The Walt Disney Company

• Job title: Communications Manager – Project Hire
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $115,500 - $154,800 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Glendale, United States

About the role

• Communications Manager leading high-impact media relations campaigns for Disney Experiences. Collaborating across teams to enhance brand visibility and manage reputation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic global media relations plans that support key business initiatives, drive brand awareness, and reinforce Disney’s reputation as a leader in travel, leisure, and consumer experiences.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers across national, international, international, trade, and digital media outlets.
• Identify and pitch unique, reputation-enhancing stories that showcase DX’s innovation, impact, and values—while also helping to proactively manage potential risks or sensitive topics.
• Serve as a key resource for issues management and crisis communications, helping to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to reputational challenges with clarity, speed, and strategic alignment.
• Craft and pitch compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences, leveraging media insights and business priorities.
• Proactively problem-solve, with a strong instinct for identifying challenges and presenting actionable solutions to senior leaders without prompting.
• Partner with internal teams across DX, including Employee Communications, Corporate Citizenship, Public Relations, and Special Events, to ensure media strategies are integrated and aligned.
• Support the implementation of global issues management frameworks, including tools and processes that enable proactive and reactive communications across the segment.
• Special projects as assigned by External Communications leadership, contributing to high-visibility initiatives and cross-functional efforts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of media relations experience with global brands, government entities, or agencies.
• Proven experience in issues management and crisis communications, with a strong understanding of reputational risk.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive messaging.
• Experience in digital communications, including paid and organic strategies.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, initiative, and ability to anticipate emerging issues.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Flexible work arrangements