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A Disney Archivist is responsible for collecting, preserving, and cataloging historical materials related to The Walt Disney Company. This includes documents, artwork, costumes, props, and other memorabilia that showcase Disney’s rich legacy. Archivists ensure that these assets are properly stored and accessible for research, exhibitions, and internal company use. They may also assist with special projects, documentaries, and theme park displays to help tell Disney’s story. The role requires a strong background in archival science, history, or museum studies, along with attention to detail and a passion for Disney history.

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A typical day for a Disney Archivist involves cataloging and preserving historical documents, artwork, and memorabilia, as well as responding to internal and external research requests. Archivists collaborate closely with creative teams, theme park designers, and marketing professionals to provide access to relevant materials for ongoing projects. The role may also include digitizing archival assets and ensuring proper storage conditions for both physical and digital items. Working as part of a specialized team, Disney Archivists play an integral part in preserving the company’s legacy while supporting current and future creative endeavors.

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To thrive as a Disney Archivist, you need expertise in archival science, museum studies, or library science, often supported by relevant degrees and hands-on experience with historical collections. Familiarity with digital asset management systems, cataloging software like ArchivesSpace or CONTENTdm, and knowledge of preservation standards is typically required. Strong attention to detail, organization, and collaboration skills help archivists excel in maintaining and sharing Disney’s vast collection of artifacts and records. These skills are essential to ensure historical materials are properly preserved, accessible to stakeholders, and effectively support Disney’s creative and business initiatives.

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Music Research Coordinator, Disney Music Group

The Walt Disney Company

Burbank, CA • On-site

$51K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Review, edit, and approve domestic, international, and Parks & Resorts cue sheets.

  • Research songs, music rights, and interested party information to support cue sheet preparation and reporting.

  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding Soundmouse onboarding, training, and ongoing support.

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Job description

Job Posting Title:

Music Research Coordinator, Disney Music Group

Req ID:

10158813

Job Description:

The Disney Music Group (DMG) is the music hub for The Walt Disney Company (TWDC), encompassing all aspects of music commercialization and marketing: recorded music (Walt Disney Records and Hollywood Records), Disney Music Publishing, and Disney Concerts. DMG distributes music both physically and digitally and also licenses music throughout the world in various forms of media including television, print, gaming, and consumer products.

Role Overview:

The Music Research team works closely with production partners across The Walt Disney Company's iconic brands on music cue sheets for productions presented by our world-class entertainment studios. Our goal is to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of music reporting to performing rights organizations and interested parties worldwide. By doing so, the team supports royalty distributions, publishing revenue, and helps maintain compliance with industry reporting requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Communicate with internal and external production stakeholders regarding Soundmouse onboarding and training, and provide ongoing support throughout the production lifecycle.
  • Review quarterly promo reports and create music video cue sheets to submit to the Performing Rights Organizations (PROs).
  • Review, edit, and approve domestic and international cue sheets as assigned.
  • Review, edit, and approve Parks & Resorts cue sheets.
  • Research songs, music rights, and interested party information to support cue sheet preparation and reporting.
  • Locate and provide cue sheets for owned, acquired, and licensed content, supporting a high volume of requests from internal teams, PROs, and external interested parties.
  • Coordinate the transfer and retrieval of assets from physical archive storage.
  • Handle various administrative and operational tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of professional experience
  • College degree and/or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • General music industry knowledge (music publishing, licensing, and performing rights).
  • Familiarity with cue sheets and music reporting workflows preferred.
  • Soundmouse, RapidCue, or other automated cue sheet program experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated research and analytical skills.
  • Comfortable working with technology and able to learn new systems, databases, and workflows quickly.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
  • Highly organized with sharp attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners.
  • Resourceful problem-solver with the ability to resolve routine issues and seek guidance or escalate as needed.
  • Ability to manage assigned priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

  • Must be available to work onsite 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday). Fridays are remote with flexibility to work onsite as needed.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $51,000 to $66,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Music Group

Job Posting Primary Business:

DMG

Primary Job Posting Category:

Cue Sheets - Studios

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-08-25

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

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