Manager, Unscripted (ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals)

Job Posting Title: Manager, Unscripted (ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals) Req ID: 10154375 Job Description: Overview The Manager, Unscripted helps manage the development and production of reality and alternative programming for ABC Entertainment and Hulu Originals, while collaborating with partners across Disney Entertainment Television. In this role, you will support the end-to-end creative lifecycle for unscripted projects—from idea generation and evaluation through development and current production—while partnering with internal stakeholders and external producers. You will manage projects through development or production, provide first-pass creative feedback, and build relationships with emerging creative talent.

This role is ideal for a highly self-directed and collaborative problem solver with a strong interest in unscripted storytelling, a deep understanding of the development-to-series pipeline, and a passion for pop culture and evolving audience trends.

Responsibilities Identify, evaluate, and develop unscripted ideas, IP, and talent aligned with Disney’s brand and audience strategy

Manage incoming submissions; track development pipeline and surface high-potential opportunities

Provide first-pass creative notes on pitches, scripts, and cuts; support development of formats and series concepts

Serve as a first or second creative lead on select projects, helping shape creative direction with guidance from senior executives

Monitor the competitive landscape and emerging trends to inform development strategy

Manage day-to-day creative workflows and guide projects through development and/or current production phases

Support oversight of projects across pre-production, production, and post-production, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and creative expectations

Maintain development trackers, status reports, and internal documentation to support decision-making and cross-team alignment

Support greenlight processes, including coordination with Production, Business Affairs, and Finance partners

Build and maintain relationships with producers, showrunners, writers, and emerging creative talent

Contribute to talent identification, staffing discussions, and project packaging efforts

Provide creative feedback to external partners with oversight from senior executives

Serve as a point of contact and advocate for projects within the organization

Partner closely with Programming, Production, Legal, Business Affairs, Marketing, PR, Research, and platform teams (ABC, Hulu, Disney+)

Align projects with platform strategy, audience insights, and distribution plans across linear and streaming

Influence internal stakeholders and external partners by leveraging data, market knowledge, and creative perspective

Basic Qualifications Minimum 8 years of experience in content development, unscripted/scripted production, or programming required.

4+ years of experience in unscripted is required.

A deep knowledge of unscripted content development and production processes, including sourcing, evaluation, and editorial oversight required.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with increasing autonomy and creative responsibility

Experience providing creative feedback on pitches, development materials, and produced content

Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with producers, talent, and industry partners

Experience working cross-functionally to align creative output with platform and audience strategies

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and influence stakeholders

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced, matrixed environment

Collaborative approach with strong problem-solving, planning, and prioritization skills

Passion for pop culture, non-fiction storytelling, and emerging formats

Candidates must reside in a commutable distance to Burbank CA. This role requires someone onsite 4 days a week.

Some travel may b…