Josh D’Amaro has spent over two decades working at Disney.
Disney is reportedly preparing for a major internal restructuring as Josh D’Amaro steps into the role of CEO.
According to sources, the company could cut up to 1,000 jobs in the coming months, with most of the reductions expected in the marketing division.
For many employees, the announcement brings uncertainty but also signals the beginning of a new chapter under Josh D’Amaro, who officially assumed leadership on March 18.
D’Amaro has spent more than 20 years at Disney, beginning his career at Disneyland in 1998. Over the years, he has held key roles across business, marketing, and operations, eventually becoming president of both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort.
In 2020, he was appointed to oversee Disney Parks and Cruises, Consumer Products, and Walt Disney Imagineering, giving him broad exposure to nearly every division of the company.
Industry observers say the expected restructuring reflects a strategic shift toward strengthening Disney’s core entertainment businesses, including films, television, and streaming platforms.
The company currently employs around 231,000 people worldwide, with the majority based in the United States.
Analysts believe D’Amaro may use this transition to reinforce growth in Disney+, theatrical releases, and theme park expansion, although the changes could also have wider effects across the entertainment industry, including studios such as Sony Pictures.
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