The Walt Disney Company UK & Ireland

✨ Have you ever wanted to find out what it’s like to work at The Walt Disney Company?      Our ‘Life at Disney’ podcast gives you exclusive insights, inspiring career stories and a glimpse behind-the-scenes working at Disney.        In the latest episode you can hear from Deborah Armstrong, SVP, GM Media Networks and Advertising EMEA, and UK & Ireland Country Manager exploring her career highlights so far, and what she loves about working at Disney.      “The UK is a storytelling production hub, so you really feel that vibrancy around you. From Star Wars through to Disney+ Originals being shot here, it’s amazing. I think that it’s incredible to be stitched in with such a rich legacy.”      Hans van Rijn, SVP, General Manager Media and Country Manager of the Nordics & Baltics also joins the podcast, talking about the pride he brings to his role, leading the local media business and driving new groundbreaking partnerships.          🎙 Listen to this episode and more on our Life at Disney site: https://lnkd.in/eiGmZfxK     #LifeAtDisney #BePartOfTheStory #MyDisneyStory 

Based on the bestselling novel by Dame Jilly Cooper, the first look teaser trailer for “Rivals”, our hugely anticipated UK Original series, has been released 👠   Set against the backdrop of the drama, excess, and shocking antics of the power-grabbing social elite of 1980s England, “Rivals” delves headfirst into the ruthless world of independent television in 1986.   The series will be landing on Disney+ this year.

''Representation matters and is powerful.'' - says Ugo, Product Engagement Manager, Product and Operations, UK.     Here at The Walt Disney Company, everyone is welcome and encouraged to show their true self. And, we have a number of opportunities to join our business, where you can bring your unique perspective and make a difference.     Become part of the magic ✨ and start the next chapter of your story 📖 - https://lnkd.in/gsCt-Qwf   #BePartOfTheStory #LifeAtDisney #MyDisneyStory 

Together with Make-A-Wish® UK we created a magical Disney Wish experience for children living with life-limiting or life-threatening illnesses.          Welcoming 192 wish children and their families, A Disney Wish is a special three-day immersive Disney experience where we transform a Staffordshire Hotel into an enchanted manor. With 11 Disney-themed activities and over 35 beloved characters, A Disney Wish brings joy and a positive impact to children and their families when they need it most.    Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eiTkMmDD      #ADisneyWish #MomentsThatMatter   

“Before I started working for the company, it was difficult to comprehend the size and scale of the office environment. But I learned that means one can get involved in a variety of areas.” - Luke, Regional Softlines Marketing Manager.    Luke started his career with The Walt Disney Company as an intern with the Character Voices Operations team.    Like many others before him, our internship programme is the start of a magical career story. ✨ Read more on Luke’s journey on our Life at Disney blog here: https://lnkd.in/efudbJQt    #BePartOfTheStory #TWDCinternships #LifeAtDisney 

The Lion King Music Play Day took place at the Lyceum theatre, in London’s West End in May 🎼   The day gives young musicians the opportunity to experience what it’s like to play the iconic music from the Award-winning musical and a chance to work side by side with musicians from The Lion King touring production.  Over 70 aspiring young musicians took part and received a masterclass from members of The Lion King orchestra and ended the day with a performance.   Find out more on disneyonstage.co.uk  #TheLionKing #MusicPlayDay #Musicals 

This summer, The Walt Disney Company and Pixar Animation Studios latest film, "Inside Out 2," will be the latest to feature in the UEFA Playmakers inspired by Disney programme, enabling young girls across Europe to discover the joy of football, following the storyline of Riley and her emotions. Amy Poehler, voice of Joy, caught up with two UEFA Playmakers girls – you can find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eSFC5J8g And, you can watch Inside Out 2 out in cinemas now! 🎥🍿 #UEFAPlaymakers #InsideOut2

Building on Disney's $100 million commitment to help reimagine the patient experience in children’s hospitals around the world, CEO Bob Iger announced funding for the creation of a state-of-the-art, fully accessible MediCinema theater at London’s Great Ormond Street Hospital. http://di.sn/60445BbjG

Our EMEA President, Jan Koeppen, took to the stage at the Deloitte & Enders Analysis Media and Telecoms and Beyond conference earlier today, to talk through our long connection with, and long-term commitment to, the UK creative industries 🎬 You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/eT6Csm6v #MediaTelco2024

It's #PrideMonth! 🏳️🌈✨ This June and throughout the year, we celebrate our LGBTQIA+ employees, consumers and fans across the UK and Ireland. We’re celebrating Pride this month with bespoke events, initiatives and campaigns that recognise our allyship, collaboration and diverse perspectives across our region. #PrideMonth #Pride #MyDisneyStory #DisneyPride #TheWaltDisneyCompanyUKAndIreland