Development Assistant

Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Burbank
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Posting Title: Development Assistant Req ID: 10146108 Job Description: Job Summary: The Development Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting the creative and administrative functions of the development team. This position is ideal for someone passionate about film and storytelling, with strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset. It serves as an entry point into the creative development career path, involving coordination with internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to the creative development process across a dynamic slate of film projects. Key Responsibilities: Creative & Development Support Track submissions (scripts, books, writing samples); compile notes and feedback. Create notes documents and maintain development grids. Conduct research on talent, industry trends, and creative material to support development decisions. Monitor emerging writing and directing talent and maintain up-to-date records of projects. Assist in the creation of presentations, sizzle reels, and visual materials for internal use. Coordinate with departments such as Production, Legal, Marketing, and Business Affairs. Administrative Support Manage executive calendars, schedule meetings and calls, and coordinate domestic/international travel and logistics. Handle phones, roll calls, take notes, and manage mail and office correspondence. Prepare and submit expense reports; ensure timely payment of corporate card statements. Greet guests and liaise professionally with talent, executives, and assistants. Maintain organizational documents, logs, and binders, including tracking incoming/outgoing submissions. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. At least 1 year/s of experience in a studio, production company, literary or talent agency. Strong editorial judgment and passion for storytelling. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Apple tools (Outlook, Keynote, PowerPoint), and Adobe Acrobat. Fast and efficient reader with the ability to synthesize creative material. Professional, calm, and empathetic demeanor; discretion in handling confidential information. Proactive, resourceful, and flexible approach to problem-solving. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively. The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $65,600.00 to $84,800.00 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. Job Posting Segment: WDSMP-Development Job Posting Primary Business: WDMSP-Creative Affairs/Story Primary Job Posting Category: Creative Development - Studios Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Burbank, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-03-30

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