FAQs
What is the primary role of the Product Manager II at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology?
The primary role of the Product Manager II is to help build the best user experience on streaming apps by guiding the development of features that enhance content discovery and user engagement before and during playback.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must have 3+ years of product management or relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in a digital media or streaming business, and strong communication skills to facilitate collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.
What are the preferred qualifications for this role?
Preferred qualifications include experience working on media streaming products or services, particularly with video players, experience with experimentation, and a Master’s degree or MBA.
What is the hiring range for this position in different locations?
The hiring range varies by location: in New York, NY and Seattle, WA it's $118,000 to $158,200 per year; in Santa Monica, CA and Bristol, CT it's $112,600 to $151,000 per year; and in San Francisco, CA it's $123,400 to $165,400 per year.
What kind of collaboration will the Product Manager be involved in?
The Product Manager will facilitate collaboration between the Product team and various departments including Engineering, UX Design, Research, Data, and Customer Service to deliver features in an agile environment.
What is the focus of the Subscriber Experience product team?
The focus of the Subscriber Experience product team is to improve content discovery and enhance engagement for users of Disney’s streaming services by developing features that assist with browsing and content selection.
How important are data insights to this position?
Data insights are crucial; the Product Manager is expected to generate customer insights from data trends and utilize data-informed decision-making to improve the user experience and align with business goals.
What kind of products will the Product Manager be working on?
The Product Manager will be working on streaming and digital products, including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, the ESPN App, and other associated platforms and services.
Is experience with experimentation important for this role?
Yes, experience with experimentation is preferred, as the Product Manager will collaborate with data and experimentation teams to run A/B experiments and validate product hypotheses.