Manager, Creative Content Kids & Preschool (Animation)

TL;DR

Manager, Creative Content (Animation): Leading the development and execution of animated programming for kids and preschool brands across TV, streaming, and digital platforms with an accent on franchise strategy and brand-defining storytelling. Focus on driving story development, managing production pipelines, and cultivating emerging creative talent.

Location: El Segundo, California

Salary: $128,000 – $160,000 Yearly

Company

A leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of iconic brand portfolios including Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Fisher-Price.

What you will do

• Lead the creative development and execution of animated long-form and short-form projects across TV, streaming, YouTube, and digital platforms.
• Drive story and franchise development in collaboration with writers, producers, studios, and showrunners.
• Provide strategic creative leadership and feedback on pitches, scripts, visual development, animatics, and final delivery.
• Partner cross-functionally with Franchise, Consumer Products, Marketing, and Digital teams to support cohesive brand strategies.
• Manage relationships with external production studios and identify emerging creative talent and innovative content formats.
• Oversee multiple concurrent production pipelines, ensuring creative quality and alignment with business priorities.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience in animation, television, streaming, or digital content development and production.
• Deep understanding of storytelling fundamentals for kids and preschool audiences, including character development and pacing.
• Proven ability to lead creative discussions, provide constructive notes, and influence decision-making.
• Experience working with franchise-driven or brand-based entertainment content.
• Strong visual storytelling sensibility and understanding of animation production pipelines.
• Must be based in El Segundo, California

Nice to have

• Experience overseeing both long-form and short-form animated content.
• Understanding of platform-specific content strategies across broadcast and digital ecosystems.
• Existing relationships within the animation and kids entertainment creative community.
• Experience collaborating on global franchise and brand initiatives.
• Strong PowerPoint and presentation storytelling skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive workplace culture focused on belonging, respect, and diverse perspectives.
• Competitive total pay programs and comprehensive benefits.
• Purpose-driven environment emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and performance excellence.
• Resources and empowerment aimed at helping every employee reach their full potential.