Senior Manager--Creative Development Resources

Job ID 10145594 Location Kissimmee, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Mar. 18, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team:

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust.

The Senior Manager-Creative Development Resources serves as the primary interface with the Director of Creative Development and the Managing Music Producer on project staffing, talent development, financial oversight, and long-term strategic planning, providing administrative and day-to-day leadership for creative areas within Disney Live Entertainment.

You will report to the Director-Creative Development.

This is a Full-Time role.

What You Will Do:

Lead and manage Disney Live Entertainment creative teams, including Show Directors, Writers, Art Directors, Designers, Choreographers, and other creative disciplines as assigned.
Oversee creative resource planning for Walt Disney World projects, aligning talent to approved shows and initiatives across multiple priorities.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, creative environment that supports effective ideation, innovation, and cross‑disciplinary teamwork.
Partner with stakeholders from creative concept through ongoing operations to ensure strong creative vision, efficient processes, and high‑quality delivery.
Track project progress and sustain creative excellence through leadership of Entertainment Show Quality standards.
Collaborate closely with internal and external partners, including Show Production, Talent Casting, Technical Direction, Design, and Park Operations.
Develop, mentor, and motivate creative talent by driving training, development, and growth opportunities across disciplines.
Build and maintain robust relationships with key clients, creative partners, and industry and educational organizations.
Communicate effectively with audiences ranging from front‑line teams to executive leadership, presenting ideas clearly and crafting compelling business narratives.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the Entertainment Industry working in Show Production and Entertainment operation of live shows
Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including weekends and holidays
Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, earn respect, and establish credibility with creative professionals, and assume ownership and accountability for creative teams of multiple disciplines
Demonstrated functional leadership ability, including problem-solving, influencing abilities, negotiating skills, and continuous improvement process experience
Lead, mentor, and develop creative teams, with a focus on delivering value-added results, global alignment, operational excellence, and legendary service to clients and guests
Demonstrated robust verbal, written, presentation, and public speaking skills are essential for leading, coaching, and corresponding with all levels within the organization, including creative executives and leaders
Demonstrated ability to initiate, organize, prioritize, take, and provide direction and complete multiple tasks on time to deliver on specific and measurable targets through a collaborative team environment
Proven ability to handle financial/accounting issues related to the area of responsibility
Proficiency with various software/computer programs, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, and willingness to learn new software programs or applications
Demonstrated ability to be adaptable to a wide variety of working environments
Demonstrated ability to model Disney heritage, traditions, and guidelines
Proven knowledge and understanding of Walt Disney World® Resort policies and procedures
Leadership ability, including problem-solving, decision-making, influencing abilities, negotiating skills, and continuous process improvement experience
Demonstrated ability to manage change, deal with multiple priorities, and handle confidential information

Preferred Qualifications:

It would be great if you also have:

Working knowledge of Walt Disney Entertainment collective bargaining agreements, including AEA, AFM, and Service Trades Union contracts (particularly IBT and IATSE side letters)
Demonstrated Theme Park entertainment experience or equivalent

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Theater-related field, or equivalent work experience is required
Master's degree in Theater-related field is preferred

Additional Information:

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

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 Imagineering Live, LLC, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Disney Imagineering Live, LLC 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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