Sr. Executive Assistant

Job ID 10155793 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Studios Date posted Jul. 20, 2026

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Job Summary:

For 100 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios, Searchlight Pictures, and 20th Century Studios. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Group, producer of world-class stage shows, as well as Disney Music Group.

Summary:

The Sr. Executive Assistant provides high-quality & proactive administrative support to the President of Production Services, Franchise Management & Theatrical Distribution while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.  In partnership with the department Chief-of-Staff to the President, the Sr. Executive Assistant prioritizes and executes day-to-day objectives to ensure the office remains organized, agile and responsive.

Responsibilities:

Manage the President’s calendar, prioritizing and organizing schedules to optimize the President’s time, and partner closely with the Chief-of-Staff when scheduling all meetings, appointments, events, and travel

Manage phone calls, messages, and priority call lists

Organize, prepare, and submit expense reports

Provide President with relevant documents prior to all meetings

Liaise with executives, talent, and other assistants internally and externally

Serve as the administrative lead for the President’s office, partnering with departmental assistants & coordinators on all aspects of management and coverage

Bring strong organizational instincts to structure and maintain office systems, workflows, and priorities, keeping the President and broader office organized, well-kept, and running smoothly

Take initiative as an independent thinker, anticipating needs and acting decisively without close direction

Ensure logistics and preparation for internal & external events are provided to the President in a timely and organized manner

Partner with the Chief-of-Staff and Leadership team to plan, coordinate, and execute departmental events, town halls, and offsites

Represent the President and the department in a professional manner and manage all work with highest degree of confidentiality – exercising discretion, judgment and diplomacy

Maintain, organize, and file all important documents, files, and records

Manage mail into and out of the office

Ad-hoc projects as necessary

Basic Qualifications:  

5+ years administrative experience supporting a senior level executive (Agency, Production or Studio environment preferred).

Positive attitude and demonstrated ability to be proactive, independent and resourceful to solve problems

Detail oriented with the ability to work well and maintain professionalism under pressure

Ability to manage complex schedules, prioritize, meet deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities & projects

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong computer literacy and proficiency with SAP, Concur and Workday and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Keynote preferred

Ability to work with confidential information

Strong people skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Applies good instincts and judgement navigating complex situations and environments

Must be available to work overtime on evenings and weekends as needed and approved

Must be able to work onsite in Burbank, 5 days per week

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $95,500 to $128,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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 The Walt Disney Studios:

For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.

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 Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.

Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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