Monica Albuquerque Named Head of Original Content for Disney+ Brazil

Monica Albuquerque was recently announced as the new Head of Original Content for Disney+ Brazil by The Walt Disney Company Latin America. She’ll be stepping into this role with a wealth of incredible experience, including a background in developing high-quality content that resonates culturally.

Monica will be reporting to Daniel Burman, who is the Head of Original Content for Disney+ Latin America. In her new position, she will be focusing on creating original productions that will capture the imagination of audiences in Brazil. This move is part of Disney’s broader commitment to local original productions. They want to build on their global success and establish a stronger foothold in the vibrant Brazilian market.

Daniel Burman praised Monica, commending her extensive experience and exceptional ability to craft compelling stories. He underlined her unique understanding of the Brazilian audience and her passion for storytelling, emphasizing the importance of connecting with viewers. Monica is an industry veteran with over 30 years of experience. Her career has focused on both scripted and unscripted content, talent development, and content strategy for Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.

Monica comes to Disney from NBCUniversal Telemundo Studios, where she served as Senior Vice President of Content Development. Her impressive resume also includes roles at TV Globo and Warner Bros. Discovery Latin America. Throughout her career, she has received numerous accolades and has been recognized globally for her contributions to the entertainment industry.

Monica’s appointment signifies a significant step forward for Disney’s ambitions in Brazil and the wider Latin American region. It’s part of a broader strategy to deepen ties with local audiences and expand the company’s capabilities for original production. Disney is excited to welcome Monica Albuquerque to the team and looks forward to seeing the incredible content she’ll help bring to audiences around the world.