Senior Manager, Research Operations (Disney Entertainment)

A leading entertainment company creating original entertainment and news programming for Disney+, Hulu, Star, broadcast and cable networks.
$130,800 - $175,400
Data
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Entertainment

Description For Senior Manager, Research Operations (Disney Entertainment)

Disney Entertainment's Research, Insights and Analytics (RIA) team is seeking a Senior Manager of Research Operations to drive data-driven decision making across their entertainment brands. This role combines strategic project management with deep analytical expertise, working at the intersection of data science and entertainment business operations. The position offers an opportunity to work with Disney's prestigious entertainment brands, collaborating across networks, streaming, and creative teams.

The role involves leading complex research initiatives, managing departmental operations, and translating data insights into executive-ready recommendations. You'll be responsible for implementing best practices in project management, overseeing research vendor relationships, and ensuring effective communication of insights across the organization. This position requires both technical expertise in data analysis and strong business acumen.

Working from the New York office, you'll be at the heart of Disney's entertainment operations, with competitive compensation ranging from $130,800 to $175,400 plus additional benefits and incentives. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of media research experience, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for senior leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking to make an impact at one of the world's leading entertainment companies, working with cutting-edge research methodologies and contributing to the future of entertainment content and distribution strategies. The role offers exposure to senior leadership and the chance to influence decision-making across Disney's entertainment portfolio.

Last updated 16 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Manager, Research Operations (Disney Entertainment)

  • Provide high level project management support to Research leads
  • Implement best practice program management processes
  • Own project documentation and records
  • Define team processes and identify areas for improvement
  • Create rubric for assessing research vendors
  • Create narrative presentations for departmental operations
  • Monitor industry landscape research and news
  • Draft executive memos and reports

Requirements For Senior Manager, Research Operations (Disney Entertainment)

  • Minimum 8 years media data analysis, research and project management experience
  • Background in Entertainment, Measurement, Consumer Research
  • Expertise in project management software tooling e.g. JIRA, Smartsheet, Airtable
  • Must live within commutable distance to office, 4+ days onsite required
  • Strong communication and project organization skills
  • High proficiency with Excel & PowerPoint
  • Bachelor's Degree required

Benefits For Senior Manager, Research Operations (Disney Entertainment)

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Bonus potential
  • Long-term incentive units
  • Financial benefits

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