Damien Vayne Email & Phone Number

Paris, Fr

Paris Et Périphérie

• Direct creative output for Disneyland Paris from the early concept stages throughout the entire production process (pre-production, production, post-production, launch) • Lead a cross-divisional team that supports each department in its creative needs • Develop story ideas, concepts and creative content ideas for multiple communication platforms and target audiences, including existing and emerging social media platforms • Provide transparency and regular updates on obtained results and achieved projects, as well as upcoming trends • Lead & develop the in-house team of Graphic Designers, Photographers, Videographer, Conceptors and Translators; boost the creativity and skills and recognizes Talents. Scout, vet, assign and manage freelance contributors, including identifying and recruiting new and emerging freelancers, talents or production companies• Develop narratives around specific content or campaigns• Provide critical analysis of creative content in order to provide useful guidance for building communications strategies across the Communication division (Corporate, Cast and Executive Communications, PR, Public Affairs)• Provide timely, thoughtful and effective strategic productions, with the scope of work both proactive and reactive depending upon the specific needs of each project (ie. Park expansion, construction work, show development…)• Work with A-list talents and celebrities • Build and maintain robust communications and relationships with all the Communication division teams but also across all creative teams (Walt Disney Imagineering / Disney Parks Live Entertainment) to stay apprised of all potential content opportunities• Benchmark content research and monitor the productions of various competitors in order to always remain ahead of the trends. Always remain informed on the latest social media, videos, photos, graphic designs landscape and trends; use findings to drive better productions; contribute to and execute Company strategy.

Région De Paris, France

Proactive communication: Development of the proactive communication on the European Markets (Germany, Belgium, Spain, Netherlands, Italy, United-Kingdom), USA and France. In charge of writing press releases, Q&As, talking points and media training for the spokespersons of the company. Reactive communication: Crisis communication on duty with reactive communication for the French and international media. Media training and briefing of the spokespersons.Communication plans: Development and implementation of the communication plans on the environment, future developments (attractions and resort), CSR, diversity and inclusion to the French, European and International media outlets. Management: Local team based in Paris and daily link with teams based in European and US offices.

Responsible to launch and develop press and public relations on the international markets (North America, South America, Asia, Pacifique, Middle-East, Russia, Scandinavia, Switzerland, Ireland and Eastern Europe) for Disney Destinations with a focus on Disneyland Paris, Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney World. Scope includes consumer, corporate and trade media relations, celebrity relations, development and execution of annual PR plans, event planning, logistics, TV and photo shooting, live radio broadcasts, press conferences, management of PR agencies and local stunts.

Région De Paris, France

Temporary Assignment - Responsible to design and deliver highly-impactful creative press events in order to drive awareness on Disneyland Paris latest novelties such as the Jedi Training Academy, Marc Jacobs capsule collection, Christmas Press Event (most important event of the year), Star Wars Night and a new Broadway-style musical. Lead a team of 4 people, manage key budgets and production of on-site media (TV, Online, Radio and Print).

Responsibilities included communication with Guests from the English-speaking markets (United-Kingdom, Ireland, USA, Canada), claims management BtoB and BtoC and crisis communication reactive messaging. Developed new communication tools for smartphone applications.

Organized road shows in the North and West parts of France to educate on Apple on Campus. Trained the new Campus reps on Apple Store Education, iLife ’09 and ensured the respect of guidelines for partnerships and promotional activities via the agency Route 66 Media.

Delivered unique, thematically-organized experience for American guests in the United-Kingdom and France, including event planning, logistics, storytelling and partnership with third-party suppliers.

Launched key DVD releases by doing press relations for Buena Vista Home Entertainment, event planning, logistics and media clipping. Promotional activities set up with national media in link with new DVD releases or direct-to-video movies.

Guest relations and event planning at the Magic Kingdom. Closely worked with the management and special events teams during the Extra Magic Hours to deliver seamless guest experience.

Several lifetime TV reports about new shows, musicals, concerts, new products and books. Conducted several interviews of celebrities. Reports edited on Avid and aired on the live daily morning show “C’est Au Programme”.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Marketing And Communication

Thesis: The entertainment industry versus the new definition of the family.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Journalism And Communication, Valedictorian

Dissertation: New tools to develop a never seen before TV show for children.