About the role

  • Communications Manager leading high-impact media relations campaigns for Disney Experiences. Collaborating across teams to enhance brand visibility and manage reputation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic global media relations plans that support key business initiatives, drive brand awareness, and reinforce Disney’s reputation as a leader in travel, leisure, and consumer experiences.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers across national, international, international, trade, and digital media outlets.
  • Identify and pitch unique, reputation-enhancing stories that showcase DX’s innovation, impact, and values—while also helping to proactively manage potential risks or sensitive topics.
  • Serve as a key resource for issues management and crisis communications, helping to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to reputational challenges with clarity, speed, and strategic alignment.
  • Craft and pitch compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences, leveraging media insights and business priorities.
  • Proactively problem-solve, with a strong instinct for identifying challenges and presenting actionable solutions to senior leaders without prompting.
  • Partner with internal teams across DX, including Employee Communications, Corporate Citizenship, Public Relations, and Special Events, to ensure media strategies are integrated and aligned.
  • Support the implementation of global issues management frameworks, including tools and processes that enable proactive and reactive communications across the segment.
  • Special projects as assigned by External Communications leadership, contributing to high-visibility initiatives and cross-functional efforts.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of media relations experience with global brands, government entities, or agencies.
  • Proven experience in issues management and crisis communications, with a strong understanding of reputational risk.
  • Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive messaging.
  • Experience in digital communications, including paid and organic strategies.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking, initiative, and ability to anticipate emerging issues.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Flexible work arrangements

Job title

Communications Manager – Project Hire

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$115,500 - $154,800 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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