Manager, Unscripted (ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals)

Job ID 10154375 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Jul. 10, 2026

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Job Summary:

Overview

The Manager, Unscripted helps manage the development and production of reality and alternative programming for ABC Entertainment and Hulu Originals, while collaborating with partners across Disney Entertainment Television.

In this role, you will support the end-to-end creative lifecycle for unscripted projects—from idea generation and evaluation through development and current production—while partnering with internal stakeholders and external producers. You will manage projects through development or production, provide first-pass creative feedback, and build relationships with emerging creative talent.

This role is ideal for a highly self-directed and collaborative problem solver with a strong interest in unscripted storytelling, a deep understanding of the development-to-series pipeline, and a passion for pop culture and evolving audience trends.

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and develop unscripted ideas, IP, and talent aligned with Disney’s brand and audience strategy
Manage incoming submissions; track development pipeline and surface high-potential opportunities
Provide first-pass creative notes on pitches, scripts, and cuts; support development of formats and series concepts
Serve as a first or second creative lead on select projects, helping shape creative direction with guidance from senior executives
Monitor the competitive landscape and emerging trends to inform development strategy
Manage day-to-day creative workflows and guide projects through development and/or current production phases
Support oversight of projects across pre-production, production, and post-production, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and creative expectations
Maintain development trackers, status reports, and internal documentation to support decision-making and cross-team alignment
Support greenlight processes, including coordination with Production, Business Affairs, and Finance partners
Build and maintain relationships with producers, showrunners, writers, and emerging creative talent
Contribute to talent identification, staffing discussions, and project packaging efforts
Provide creative feedback to external partners with oversight from senior executives
Serve as a point of contact and advocate for projects within the organization
Partner closely with Programming, Production, Legal, Business Affairs, Marketing, PR, Research, and platform teams (ABC, Hulu, Disney+)
Align projects with platform strategy, audience insights, and distribution plans across linear and streaming
Influence internal stakeholders and external partners by leveraging data, market knowledge, and creative perspective

Basic Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of experience in content development, unscripted/scripted production, or programming required.
4+ years of experience in unscripted is required.
A deep knowledge of unscripted content development and production processes, including sourcing, evaluation, and editorial oversight required.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with increasing autonomy and creative responsibility
Experience providing creative feedback on pitches, development materials, and produced content
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with producers, talent, and industry partners
Experience working cross-functionally to align creative output with platform and audience strategies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and influence stakeholders
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Collaborative approach with strong problem-solving, planning, and prioritization skills
Passion for pop culture, non-fiction storytelling, and emerging formats
Candidates must reside in a commutable distance to Burbank CA. This role requires someone onsite 4 days a week.
Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing or supporting unscripted programming for broadcast, cable, or streaming platforms
Strong understanding of unscripted formats, current market trends, and competitive landscape
Produced credits or equivalent experience supporting series or long-form projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Film, Television, Media, Communications, or a related field

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $87,100 to $116,800per 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 Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

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.

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