Director Finance, Strategy & Development

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Come play a leading role in the growth of the Walt Disney Internet Group (WDIG)!

WDIG offers a compelling mix of interactive entertainment and information content and services for Internet and mobile devices for audiences around the world. WDIG is both a developer of unique new media experiences specifically designed for Internet and mobile media and a developer of new platforms for distributing content selected from broad, existing entertainment divisions and libraries of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS). Its paramount mission is to provide a safe, secure environment for consumers to experience the Disney brand anytime and anywhere as they inform and entertain themselves, look to join communities with other Disney fans, or shop for products and services. WDIG integrates the unmatched breadth of content with a best-practices approach to Internet and mobile technology and drives multiple revenue streams from premium content offerings, advertising and ecommerce. WDIG’s suite of properties includes Disney.com and mDisney mobile entertainment, FamilyFun.com, Movies.com and Wondertime.com. Additionally, WDIG’s Disney Mobile phone service is the first comprehensive mobile phone service with applications specifically developed to meet the needs of kids and parents. WDIG also provides strategic leadership, business execution support and a world-class technology platform for all the Walt Disney Company Internet properties, including category leaders ESPN.com, ABC.com and ABCNEWS.com. WDIG, which is headquartered in North Hollywood, Calif., has operations in Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Americas.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Domestic Wireless Content group develops and distributes a variety of new media products such as games, applications, tones, graphics, video and connected media for the North American market. We are looking for an experienced wireless executive familiar with the mobile ecosystem to lead strategy and new business development in the continued effort to expand our footprint. The Director, Strategy & Development will lead the organizational effort to identify new business opportunities and drive strategies for additional revenue generation. New business development opportunities include identifying and opening up new channels of distribution or alternative revenue streams, evolving key partnerships with technology enablers and driving inbound/outbound licensing. He/She will be responsible for developing and negotiating business terms, performing portfolio gap analyses and developing feasibility/business cases to help guide the recommendation to Sr. Management on where we can and should be growing the business long-term. The job will include frequent interactions with internal stakeholders (Product Development, Sales & Marketing, Operations and Finance) as well as external relationship management with licensors, application developers, technology providers and retail/distribution partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Identify, develop and negotiate new business development opportunities through the addition of new channels of distribution, alternative revenue models, new product/content offerings, strategic partnerships with technology companies and content licensing.
* Lead recommendations in the exploration of new emerging services, products and technologies to provide management with insights into new trends or product lines to continue to grow the business
* Drive portfolio and feasibility analysis to support the long-term growth of the business
* Manage contract process across division to ensure terms comply with Disney best practices

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

* 8+ Yrs Business Development experience in wireless industry or strategy consulting
* MBA or JD preferred
* Proven track record in deal analysis (risk management), negotiations and deal closure required
* Strong financial and technology acumen with ability to autonomously evaluate deal feasibility
* Refined experience (detail orientation) with contract and terms management required
* Demonstrated cross functional/departmental knowledge with ability to lead multiple projects
* Effective communication skills with ability to present across multiple levels, especially Sr. Mgt
* Experience in Media/Entertainment or content production/distribution preferred
* Some travel required

JOB ID: 145757

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Other Desired Skills: finance, strategy, business development, wireless, mobile,

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor

Years of Experience Required: More than 5 years

Expected Travel Time: About 25%