Coordinator, Innovation and Business Development
ESPN
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 10/28/2019 5:09:00 AM PST
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Job Summary:
The Coordinator, Innovation and Business Development is responsible for assisting our Innovation and Business Development team / Leader with developing and executing key initiatives in support of our long-term strategic planning and key innovation opportunity across all lines of ESPN's business. The role requires quantitative and qualitative research skills, ability to synthesize information as well as the creation of internal/external presentations, which may include rigorous financial analysis.
Responsibilities:
• Support of our head of Innovation and Business Development to work on key strategic initiatives for ESPN and develop actionable whitespace insights for the company.
• Communication and creation of cohesive presentations for senior level audience (with guidance from the head of Innovation and Business Development).
• Helping to summarize and disseminate information regarding potential innovation partners.
• Integration support for innovation teams across TWDC and ESPN, work with Strategy in applying framework to potential innovation partnerships.
• Organize and manage a regular cadence of external/internal contacts with potential innovation partners.
• Assist in developing internal and external relationships to help advance Innovation objectives.
• Assist/Lead with the planning of innovation-related events with other stakeholders and partners.
• Prepare and deliver communications both to and for senior executives, often based on complex strategic analysis and financial modeling.
• Perform research and analysis to inform business decisions.
• Works with internal colleagues across a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Manages multiple key projects simultaneously.
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum of 1 year of analytical business development, strategic planning and/or financial experience.
• Strong proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel.
• Must be comfortable working both independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present to and interface with multiple levels of management including senior executives throughout the Company as well as with potential external partner companies and multiple international cultures.
• The role is based in NYC, but will require some travel between Connecticut, NYC and Southern California.
• High level understanding of the competitive landscape and current media industry trends, with an emphasis on media and sports.
• Experience managing projects, including demonstrated ability to handle competing priorities and work effectively with colleagues in diverse departments and geographic locations.
• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset.
Required Education
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
About ESPN:
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 with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. 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 ESPN, Inc, which is part of a business segment we call ESPN.
ESPN, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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