Director, Documentaries (ABC/Hulu)

Job ID 10147783 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Apr. 20, 2026

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Job Summary:

ABC/Hulu’s Content team is seeking a Director, Documentaries who will be an exceptional addition to our Nonfiction team. As a Director, Documentaries, you will help initiate and drive the sourcing, development and production of ABC/Hulu Originals with a focus on feature documentaries and premium quality nonfiction series. The right person for this role is a highly self-directed and enthusiastic problem solver, with an ability to inspire and effect change through influence and collaboration. If you are someone who has honed creative instincts, strong industry relationships, and experience with state-of-the-art creative development and production, then this is a great role for you.

Responsibilities

Develop a deep understanding of ABC/Hulu’s brand values, key demo target/s, and business objectives to help determine what original series will move the needle for the brand and generate significant commercial value.
Leverage director, prod co, and agency contacts to actively bring in on-brand, on-model projects.
Help manage a slate and schedule with a large volume of projects.
Research existing IP and develop ideas in-house for documentary films and limited series.
Collaborate with the VP of Documentaries to build a robust development pipeline to achieve a best in class slate of projects.
Work with creators, external partners, and the executive team to develop and note treatments and cuts.
Work with legal, production and post teams from greenlight to drop.
Work with in-house marketing and publicity teams to facilitate creative asset creation and to give input when needed on marketing materials, press releases, festival strategy, etc.
Work closely with marketing and publicity to develop and produce ancillary content for social media and other promotional purposes.
Work alongside the VP of Documentaries, and respective team on all aspects of creative development and production.
Serve as point executive on multiple ABC Hulu Original projects - overseeing day-to-day development, production, and internal communication.

Basic Qualifications

Proven track record of success as a highly creative and results-driven executive.
7+ years experience developing material into high-quality, viable films and episodic series.
An established credibility and base of existing relationships across the creative community (including directors, producers, agents, festival programmers with an eye to both established and emerging talent).
A commitment to identifying and elevating talent and stories from underrepresented groups.
Skilled at audience-focused content development, with an appreciation for sophisticated/specialized audience tastes and preferences.
A honed creative voice. Confident in instincts but understanding the importance of the give-and-take in the creative process.
Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with talent and production partners.
Ability to work and navigate in a high-tech, evolving start-up setting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Diplomatic personality and ability to work productively with a variety of personalities.
A real love and deep knowledge of non-fiction storytelling.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with theatrical distribution, film acquisition deals, and film festivals is preferred.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $126,800 to $170,000 per 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.

This position is with Hulu Enterprises, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

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