The Walt Disney Company Corporate Remote Jobs in Usa
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About the Role & Team
At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, direct-to-consumer streaming services, products, parks and experiences, and our television shows and networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.
The Distribution Legal group negotiates and provides legal counsel for the distribution of The Walt Disney Company’s world-class feature films, television content and online direct-to-consumer offerings. We represent Disney’s expansive portfolio of brands from the Walt Disney Studios (including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Twentieth Century Studios and Searchlight) television entertainment, sports and news (including ABC Entertainment, ESPN, ABC News, Disney Channel/Disney Junior/Disney XD, FX Networks, National Geographic Channel and Freeform), and our innovative direct-to-consumer offerings (including Disney+, ESPN+, STAR+ and ABC News Live). The role is for the legal team supporting Disney Platform Distribution.
This team is the legal hub for Disney content distribution on a global scale, including theatrical distribution, television network distribution, over-the-top distribution of direct-to-consumer offerings via video streaming platforms, physical home video, electronic home video (“EHV”), transactional video-on-demand (“TVOD”), subscription video-on-demand (“SVOD”), ad-supported video-on-demand (“AVOD”) and linear television. The group also advises business executives on distribution technology matters, related legal and policy matters, and handles content protection.
The Distribution Legal group is seeking a Sr. Paralegal to work in a fast-paced environment on innovative, high-profile, industry-leading content distribution matters for Disney Platform Distribution, including Internet and television distribution of Disney’s portfolio of motion picture and television titles on a linear (free, basic, pay), SVOD, ADVOD and direct-to-consumer basis (e.g., Hulu, Star, and Disney+). We’re looking for a bright, energetic, self-motivated and reliable person who can work closely with attorneys, and with other internal groups, and will exercise the highest level of ethics and discretion.
What You Will Do:
Work closely with attorneys and directly with business units on drafting, negotiating and closing license agreements:
with distribution licensees in the U.S. and Canada for linear broadcast, basic cable and pay television with accompanying video-on-demand usage rights;
for the acquisition of motion picture and television content to support the strategic distribution activities of Disney Platform Distribution on a global basis;
for the acquisition and distribution of television formats with third parties and Disney business units worldwide; and
with Disney and third-party distribution licensees in the U.S. and Canada across a wide variety of traditional and new platforms and business models, including direct-to-consumer applications and paid subscription platforms such as SVOD and ADVOD.
Provide in a clear, concise manner, advice and counsel to business and legal personnel regarding distribution issues and analysis of contractual provisions, rights and restrictions, and where necessary, interface with and seek advice from lawyers and executives from relevant internal groups (network and studio legal and business affairs, sales, technology, regulatory, antitrust counsel, labor relations, privacy, music, affiliate relations, ad sales and operations, etc.).
Provide ongoing oversight of legacy agreements, including legal issues related to distribution relationships, e.g., MFN compliance.
Maintain various departmental charts and input information into databases on a regular basis.
Work independently and manage negotiations with minimal supervision while ensuring Company’s policies, procedures, intellectual property rights and other key concepts are properly addressed.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
At least 3 years of paralegal experience
Outstanding drafting and legal writing skills
A deep interest in entertainment, media and technology industries, and willingness to learn about new areas
Ability to work independently or under limited supervision
Team-oriented and have the ability to take a solutions-oriented approach to legal issues
Ability to multi-task and work quickly and collaboratively under tight deadlines
Extreme attention to detail with accurate input and proofreading skills
Self-motivated, with outstanding interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate complex concepts and issues effectively with colleagues, counterparts and management
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other office-related software
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with entertainment, media and technology issues in television is preferred, but is not required
Some prior exposure to copyright law, intellectual property licenses and Internet and mobile platforms is preferred
Required Education:
A Bachelor’s Degree and/or qualifications to be a paralegal by certification or education and work experience as set forth by the American Bar Association and/or any applicable state codes. (JD’s will be considered)
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The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $87,100.00 to $116,800.00 per year based on a 40- hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.
The Manager, Enterprise Programs & Platform Performance is a leadership role focused on developing high performance teams while driving enterprise programs and advancing platform capabilities that enable Global Security's mission worldwide. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Global Security Control Center (GSCC) Strategic Operations, this role leads a high-impact team including a Program Manager and Geospatial Specialists, while fostering an inclusive, high-trust culture aligned with The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) values. This role will coach, develop, and hold the team accountable—building capability and engagement to deliver exceptional results.
Beyond people leadership, this role serves as the enterprise subject matter expert for Travel Risk Management (TRM) and the platforms supporting Open-Source Intelligence / Social Media Research (OSINT/SMR) operations. As the TRM expert, this leader is responsible for evolving the enterprise TRM program into a global, Fortune 50 gold-standard capability supporting more than 150,000 travelers annually, partnering with enterprise travel leadership to align with ISO 31030 standards and ensuring Disney's global workforce is supported with best-in-class travel safety resources and response capabilities. The role also provides strategic direction for geospatial tools and OSINT/SMR platforms—defining desired outcomes and empowering the team to deliver technical solutions that drive reliability, automation, and actionable insights.
This position carries a global remit with primary focus on the Western Hemisphere and serves as part of the governance center for all TWDC Control Centers worldwide. The manager partners closely with GSCC operations leadership and teams across Global Security—including intelligence, investigations, security operations, and emergency preparedness and response—as well as enterprise travel leadership and studio segment partners to ensure readiness, response, and stakeholder confidence.
The GSCC operates 24/7/365, supporting emergency and non-emergency events, monitoring global affairs, managing incoming calls, dispatching resources, and providing event-driven global notifications. In emergencies, the GSCC coordinates enterprise assistance, delivers technical and advisory support for essential services, issues risk warnings, disseminates employee information, and serves as the central communication hub for Global Security.
This manager's portfolio has global impact - integrating enterprise programs and platform capabilities that shape security operations across all regions.
People Leadership
- Lead and develop a high-impact team (Program Manager and Geospatial Specialists); set clear goals, coach performance, and create growth opportunities.
- Build succession readiness and support career progression through structured development plans.
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture grounded in TWDC values.
- Provide advisory input to the Training Specialist on program-specific training needs
Program & Portfolio Leadership.
- Serve as enterprise SME for Travel Risk Management (TRM); own the strategic vision and maturation of the program into a Fortune 50 gold standard aligned with ISO 31030, supporting 150K+ travelers annually.
- Partner with enterprise travel leadership to design and implement TRM frameworks, policies, and response protocols that ensure traveler safety across all global destinations.
- Guide strategy on platforms supporting OSINT/SMR operations; oversee selection, configuration, and optimization to enable global monitoring.
- Drive strategic direction and delivery of TRM and OSINT/SMR programs in partnership with GSCC leadership; define objectives, timelines, risks, and success measures.
- Oversee vendor lifecycle management through the Program Manager; ensure KPI tracking, accountability, and service quality.
- Align program outcomes to enterprise priorities; remove barriers and prepare leadership narratives.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Deliver clear, executive-ready communications on program status, platform performance, and strategic recommendations.
- Act as GSCC liaison to enterprise stakeholders; maintain Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and feedback loops for continuous improvement.
- Represent TRM program strategy and performance to senior leadership, cross-functional partners, and external stakeholders.
Operations Readiness & Incident Support
- Partner with GSCC operations leadership to maintain 24/7 readiness; support incident workflows and crisis communications.
- Contribute to procedures, drills, and after-action reviews with intelligence, investigations, and emergency response teams.
- Flex into operations support during high-tempo events to ensure timely updates and stakeholder confidence.
Platform Performance & Strategic Guidance
- Provide strategic guidance for GSCC platforms and data pipelines; drive reliability, scalability, and user experience improvements.
- Oversee geospatial tools and dashboards for situational awareness, asset tracking, and executive briefings; enable automation and integration with OSINT/SMR platforms.
- Ensure integrity and curation of geospatial and intelligence datasets powering real-time decision-making.
- Here are the skills you will need to have to be successful in the role…
- 5+ years of experience in security, with a minimum of 3 years in travel risk management, including demonstrated expertise in TRM program design, implementation, and operations at an enterprise scale.
- Minimum of 3 years directly leading and developing people, including multidisciplinary teams across varied experience levels.
- Subject matter expertise in TRM frameworks, standards (such as ISO 31030), and travel safety program management.
- Working knowledge of OSINT/SMR platforms and operational frameworks.
- Program and portfolio management skills with enterprise-scale initiatives, multiple stakeholders, and competing priorities.
- Working knowledge of Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) operational frameworks and modern security platforms.
- Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate clearly to executives, frontline partners, and cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability to manage vendor relationships, track KPIs, and hold partners accountable to contractual commitments.
Education is important to us, here is what we are looking for…
- Bachelor's degree
It would be a plus if you had these skills…
- Experience building or transforming a TRM program at a global Fortune 500 organization.
- Experience with ArcGIS (maps, dashboards) and related geospatial tools and pipelines.
- Familiarity with vendor ecosystems supporting alerting, monitoring, traveler tracking, and mass notification capabilities.
- Experience driving platform performance improvements (data ingestion, reliability engineering, UX enhancements).
- Executive-level briefing skills and stakeholder management across Legal, HR, Communications, Finance, and Security segments.
- Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, PMP, or equivalent credentials.
- 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 DisneySecurity #twdcmedia #corp_media
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $107,300 to $147,500 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.
The ideal candidate for this position will be able to be strategic in negotiations, lead multiple projects with strong attention to detail and commercial instinct, exercise sound legal judgment in a fast-paced, evolving environment, and have significant experience negotiating and drafting content licensing and distribution agreements.If you are a strong collaborator and have a passion to work on innovative content distribution deals, then this is a great role for you.What You Will DoLead negotiations and draft industry-first content distribution and licensing agreements with programmers.Provide strategic legal counsel to the Content Partnerships team and cross-functional stakeholders to support the growth and management of Disney's direct-to-consumer content offerings.Partner closely with executives and deal teams throughout all phases of distribution and licensing transactions.Serve as a primary legal point of contact for cross functional teams on assigned deals, translating contractual requirements into practical guidance and helping drive consensus across legal, content, product, and operations.‐Exercise independent legal judgment on key initiatives, prepare recommendation memos for senior legal and business stakeholders and flag key matters for escalation as appropriate.Required Qualifications & SkillsAt least 5 years of legal experience.Experience negotiating and drafting content distribution, carriage, and/or licensing agreements (e.g., in-house counsel at a major television network, MVPD, digital MVPD, or law firm candidates representing such clients).Experience at a television network, MVPD or law firm focusing on distribution/TV carriage and other complex commercial transactions is highly preferred.Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with senior executives and cross functional teams, from both a business and legal perspective.‐Strong understanding of direct-to-consumer streaming platforms, media distribution, and related technology considerations.‐Proven ability to work proactively and independently, manage multiple matters simultaneously, and deliver high-quality legal advice under tight timelines.‐.Willingness to tackle matters outside of immediate subject matter expertise in a dynamic business environment.
‐EducationJuris Doctor (JD) or equivalent from accredited law schoolStrong academic credentialsAdmission to California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel#CORP_Media #twdcmediaThe hiring range for this position in Greater Los Angeles area is $174,600 to $225,800 per year and in New York area is $182,900 to $236,600 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.
Disney is one of the most innovative global businesses in any industry today.At Corporate, you'll work across different lines of business across the Company on issues related to IP development, clearance, acquisition, protection, and management.We work on cutting edge ideas and initiatives with supportive colleagues across the enterprise globally.The position will be primarily responsible for advising on a range of copyright, right of publicity and trademark issues related to the development, operation, marketing, and enhancement of Disney's theme parks, cruise line, resorts, attractions, live entertainment experiences, themed consumer products, and related services.The position will provide support and strategic legal advice to business units on trademark, copyright, right of publicity, defamation, and related legal questions and tasks, such as analyzing complex rights matters, reviewing and drafting IP related language for agreements, analyzing IP issues related to emerging technologies and other strategic business initiatives.The position will collaborate with and escalate issues to more senior IP attorneys.What You Will Do:Provide counseling to clients on numerous intellectual property matters, including trademark, copyright, defamation, and right of publicity issues.
Analyze and advise on complex rights questions.Advise on IP aspects of legal agreements.Perform trademark clearances and prosecution; supervise and work with in-house IP paralegal staff and outside counsel in multiple countries.Consultation regarding legal developments in multiple countries on trademark and copyright issues.Analyze and resolve intellectual property claims.Required Qualifications & Skills :Minimum of 5 years of IP experience (transactional or litigation) with a law firm and/or in-house departmentExperience handling trademark, copyright, defamation and right of publicity issues.Knowledge of First Amendment and fair use issues as related to intellectual property law.Familiarity with social media and other content applications and platformsExperience working with and managing paralegals.Experience giving presentations and public speaking.This position involves educating business units on intellectual property topics from time to time.Demonstrated ability to evaluate risk; exercise sound legal judgment; and advise business executives and other attorneys on IP issues.Ability to work independently as well as with supervision from senior attorney(s).Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work quickly, efficiently, and collaboratively under multiple, high-priority deadlines.
A collegial and collaborative lawyer who is committed to delivering outstanding results for his or her clients and The Walt Disney Company while building a positive working environment with clients and colleagues.Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate complex concepts and practical issues effectively with all levels of management, as well as a knack for smooth client relationships and diplomatic, creative resolution of conflicting needs.Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills, including a healthy sense of humor and the ability to build professional, interdepartmental relationships at multiple levels.Admission to California State Bar or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel.Preferred Qualifications:Experience at a major law firm and/or in-house experience at a major multi-national Company.Experience representing a major consumer brand or entertainment IP owner in clearance matters and claims.Adaptability to changes in workflow and intellectual property related support systems and technology is critical.Technology-forward attorney.
Education:JD or equivalentAdmission to California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel#CORP_Media #twdcmediaThe hiring range for this position in Greater Los Angeles area is $174,600 to $225,800 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.
We make the impossible possible.
We do this by utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks.
Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.If selected, you will become an integral member of the Privacy Legal Team.
As part of Disney's world-class Legal & Global Affairs Department, the Privacy Legal Team is made up of subject-matter experts who are responsible for providing comprehensive support in the areas of data privacy, information security, and data governance to Disney's diverse businesses around the globe.
Our mission is to guide and support legal compliance with privacy laws, regulations, and policies while simultaneously enabling Disney to deliver the entertainment, inspiration, and magic that make it one of the most iconic and respected companies in the world.The Senior Counsel ("SC"), Privacy will provide privacy legal support across the global Disney enterprise, with a focus on the Disney Entertainment streaming segments, including Disney+, Hulu and the advertising and distribution teams.
The SC will advise on privacy issues related to product development and initiatives for Disney+, working closely with cross-functional business and legal stakeholders and coordinating regularly with regional privacy teams.
Key responsibilities also include drafting and negotiating privacy data terms for a wide range of technology and vendor agreements, including advertising technology agreements, as well as distribution and partnership deals, and supporting privacy impact assessments in support of client initiatives.
This role partners with teams across Disney Entertainment, including product and engineering, advertising, viewer experience (customer support), and distribution.
In doing so, you'll help shape Disney's philosophy, policies, and practices concerning data governance.What You Will Do:Draft, negotiate, and advise on privacy and data protection terms in vendor technology, advertising, and distribution partner agreements.Advise on legal and business initiatives as they relate to privacy compliance, policy, and process, while providing practical guidance that will help Disney develop and implement solutions to complex issues.Maintain documentation of privacy requirements and advice for global product launches and initiatives, including data protection impact assessments and other compliance documentation.Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures.Support enterprise-wide and targeted training initiatives and outreach.Share our team's drive and enthusiasm for staying on top of the latest developments in this dynamic space.Work directly with business and legal colleagues throughout the enterprise.Required Qualifications & Skills:Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a corporate legal department or law firm advising clients on data privacy issues, including negotiating and drafting contracts, product counseling, data governance oversight, and providing compliance-related guidance.Knowledge of privacy laws, regulations, and self-regulatory guidelines, such as CCPA and other comprehensive privacy laws, as well as sectoral privacy laws (e.g.
VPPA, COPPA, BIPA, TCPA, and GLBA).
Preferably, candidates will also be well-versed in international privacy laws (e.g.
GDPR, PIPEDA and LGPD) and have experience providing legal services to international teams.Instinct and drive to take ownership, act proactively, and think strategically.Excellent judgment and aptitude for analyzing complex issues, identifying, assessing, and prioritizing legal risk, and devising business-oriented solutions and strategies.Strong drafting, negotiating, and communication skills, including attention to detail and the ability to problem-solve in an efficient, practical manner in time-pressured situations.Topnotch interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.Ability to handle a high volume of work, prioritize appropriately, and work independently.Education:JD or equivalent from an accredited law schoolMembership in the California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel#twdcmedia#corp_mediaThe hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $174,600 to $225,800 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.
