Director, Development (Disney Entertainment Television)
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Disney+ is seeking an experienced, innovative, and highly collaborative Director of Development to lead the development, oversight, and execution of our Canadian content strategy. This leadership role will serve as a key commissioner for original Canadian productions, overseeing a growing slate of scripted and unscripted series with a strong focus on cultural authenticity, creative excellence, and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of the Canadian production landscape, a strong network within the creative community, and a proven ability to guide projects from concept through delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as lead commissioner for Disney+ Canadian original content, with a focus on scripted and premium unscripted series.
Provide end-to-end creative oversight on projects, including development, greenlight, production, post-production, and delivery.
Maintain a consistent bi-weekly cadence of collaboration with the global Disney+ creative team (JW Originals), ensuring alignment with international standards and brand expectations.
Act as the primary liaison with Canadian production partners, funding bodies (e.g., CMF, Telefilm), and regulatory stakeholders.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Programming, Marketing, PR, Franchise, Legal, and Business Affairs to support the strategic rollout and promotion of titles.
Stay informed on industry trends, market shifts, and regulatory developments affecting the Canadian media and streaming landscape.
Represent Disney+ at festivals, industry events, and pitch forums, serving as a visible ambassador for the company’s Canadian strategy.
Track and evaluate performance of Canadian originals, sharing key insights with stakeholders to inform future development and acquisitions.
Qualifications
Minimum 8 years of experience in scripted content development, production, or commissioning—preferably within a Canadian or international streaming/broadcast environment.
Strong creative sensibility and editorial judgment, with a portfolio of successful projects brought to market.
Deep understanding of the Canadian content ecosystem, including experience navigating funding, regulatory frameworks, and partnerships.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both internally and externally.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for storytelling and a commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive creative voices.
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset but not required.
Our Company proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any aspect of the selection process.
Acerca de Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television es una colección de marcas de contenido de renombre de The Walt Disney Company que crea programación original de entretenimiento y noticias para las plataformas de streaming de Disney+, Hulu y Star de la compañía, y sus canales de televisión y cable. Su amplia cartera está compuesta por ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content y Onyx Collective, además de Disney Television Studios, que incluye a 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature y Walt Disney Television Alternative. Las marcas creativas de Disney Entertainment Television están a la vanguardia de la narrativa innovadora que cautiva a las audiencias y es aclamada por la crítica, con más de 4500 horas de programación al año en más de 300 programas de todos los géneros En 2023, la excelencia en programación de Disney Entertainment Television obtuvo 163 nominaciones a los premios Emmy® en las categorías daytime, prime time, noticias y documentales, e infantil y familiar.
Acerca de The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, junto con sus subsidiarias y afiliadas, es una empresa internacional diversificada líder en entretenimiento familiar y medios de comunicación que incluye tres segmentos comerciales principales: Disney Entertainment, ESPN y Disney Experiences. Desde sus humildes comienzos como estudio de dibujos animados en la década de 1920 hasta su reconocido nombre en la industria del entretenimiento en la actualidad, Disney continúa con orgullo su legado de crear historias y experiencias de clase mundial para toda la familia. Las historias, los personajes y las experiencias de Disney llegan a consumidores e invitados de todos los rincones del mundo. Con operaciones en más de 40 países, nuestros empleados y miembros del elenco trabajan juntos para crear experiencias de entretenimiento que sean apreciadas a nivel local y global.
Este puesto es en The Walt Disney Company (Canada) Ltd. , que forma parte de una empresa comercial que denominamos Disney Entertainment Television.