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Back to EpisodesStriving for the Perfect Event & Finding Joy in the Process with Emma Quan
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Welcome to Hold the Door - an entertainment career advice and insights podcast hosted by Camille Wilson. We're talking all things entertainment industry careers and experiences. This is a great place to learn if you're a new grad, already working in Hollywood, or looking for creative inspiration.
This episode, Emma Quan joins the pod to talk us through the behind-the-scenes of events in the entertainment industry, especially premieres!
Emma is the director of events at Disney Branded Television, where she leads earned media and press events that support the division’s slate of original content for kids and family audiences across Disney+, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, and Disney XD.
With a background spanning FOX Entertainment and Amazon MGM Studios, Quan has produced high-impact, award-winning events that drive engagement and viewership. At Disney Branded Television, she oversees tentpole premieres as well as press and influencer experiences that elevate some of the company’s most prominent titles.
Since joining DBT in 2023, Quan has led standout events, including the Descendants: The Rise of Red premiere, which transformed two soundstages on The Walt Disney Studios lot into a fully immersive experience for over 600 guests. The event generated significant earned media coverage and social buzz, contributing to the film’s record breaking performance on Disney+. (The premiere was also an EEAs finalist last year.
Quan brings more than a decade of industry experience to her work, consistently delivering innovative campaigns that connect audiences with the magic of storytelling through live experiences. She was also named to BizBash's 2025 40 Under 40 list.
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