Jon Wax has exited Amazon to head up Disney’s international TV division.
In his newly created role of EVP of international original television at Disney, Wax is set to work directly with global regional leaders and their teams to create local content for Disney+. Wax will report to Eric Schrier, president of Disney television studios and global original television strategy for Disney Entertainment.
Wax will also work alongside EVP of international TV strategy and operations Kristen Finney, as the duo leads a team focused on global original television strategy for Disney+. Wax will focus on the creative aspect of the content while Finney helms business operations of the international slate.