Description
The successful candidate will be part of the Disney+ Korea Originals team, driving the development and production of premium scripted and unscripted Korean content that embodies Disney's creative excellence and global storytelling ambition.
Job Summary
The Manager, Local Contents will work closely with local creators, producers, and cross-functional partners across APAC and global teams to build a slate of high-quality, distinctive Korean Originals that resonate locally and connect with audiences worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, evaluate, and develop scripted and unscripted ideas with strong creative identity and global appeal
- Collaborate with writers, directors, producers, and studios to refine story direction, characters, tone, and format
- Guide projects through Disney's development and greenlight process, aligning creative vision with strategic goals
- Oversee all aspects of project execution, from pre-production through post, ensuring creative excellence, efficiency, and brand alignment
- Build and sustain trusted relationships with Korea's creative community , including writers, producers, and talent agencies
Qualifications
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in content development, production, or commissioning for scripted and/or unscripted series at a major studio, network, or OTT platform
- Strong creative instincts and story evaluation skills, with proven ability to identify and elevate projects with both local resonance and global potential
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects from development through delivery, balancing creative ambition with operational execution
- Deep understanding of Korea's entertainment and production ecosystem, including leading creators, studios, and talent agencies
- Fluency in both Korean and English (spoken and written) required