Production Manager- The Lion King Production- 6- month contract

Job ID 10131982 Location Richmond, Australia Business The Walt Disney Company (APAC) Date posted Sep. 16, 2025

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Job Summary:

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration results in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

This role will work with the Director, Production APAC and the Disney Theatrical Group team to deliver and support the production set up for the upcoming Disney production of The Lion King.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the budget tracking for the production, including production, operating, and move budgets
Support the Director, Production APAC to manage & negotiate employment contracts for cast, touring crew, and musicians
Manage and negotiate contracts for vendors, including accommodation providers, rehearsal rooms, and event teams
Assist with scheduling and time-line requirements for productions
Oversee all production PR related activity and manage the delivery as required
Work with the Company Management team to deliver the weekly production payroll
Ensure all regulations are met for the safe employment of children in productions
Vendor relationship management and oversee payment processing

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Minimum of five years’ experience in the theatre industry with experience working in a producing office or in Company Management
Proven relationship management skills, including management of external vendors/partners
Knowledge of the creative process in live theatre
Excellent time management, project management, and organization skills
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a hectic work environment with competing demands
Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and interpersonal
Pro-active, a self-starter who is able to work without daily supervision
Strong Office skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Additional Information:

Flexibility in work hours during peak periods and accessibility outside work hours as required
Interstate and international travel, evening, and weekend work as required

Applications will close Friday 26th September 2025 but we will be reviewing application as they come through.

Additional Information:

This is unique opportunity to join the talented team that develops and delivers unparalleled entertainment across Australia and New Zealand so if this role captures your imagination then apply now!

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

The Walt Disney Company can provide individual accessibility support that may be needed during your interview process. Please let us know of accommodations that may assist in helping you feel welcome by emailing wdi.careers.au@disney.com.

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About The Walt Disney Company (APAC):

For over 70 years, The Walt Disney Company has been entertaining consumers in Asia Pacific – and enriching people’s lives. Today’s consumer can discover new branded experiences in many ways and in many markets from Australia, New Zealand, Mainland China, Japan, Korea to Southeast Asia.

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 that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. 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 The Walt Disney Company (Australia) P/L, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (APAC).

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