Zack Olin’s Disney Takeover: What Secrets Is the New Head of Development Brewing Behind Those Animated Doors?
Added on January 26, 2026 inTV News Cards
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So, what does it mean when the stars align just right for a guy like Zack Olin to take the helm at Disney Television Animation? With the bold burst of creativity under Aquarius season pushing boundaries and stirring innovation, Zack’s new gig as senior VP of development feels like cosmic justice. Known for shaping groundbreaking stories and having a knack for nurturing creators, he’s stepping into a role where he’ll steer fresh projects and keep fan favorites like Phineas and Ferb and The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder ticking with that signature Disney sparkle. After a rollercoaster of experiences from Nickelodeon to ABC and even going solo as an independent producer, Zack’s return to animation is like watching a comet blaze across the sky—impossible to ignore and full of promise. Ready to see how this narrative unfolds under the gaze of the stars? LEARN MORE
Disney Television Animation has named Zack Olin senior vp development and current series.
The studio, part of Disney Branded Television, is behind shows including Phineas and Ferb — which recently announced a third feature-length movie based on the beloved show — Big City Greens and The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, among others. Olin will take charge of creative strategy on new projects and oversee the continuing work on ongoing shows, reporting to Disney Television Animation executive vp Meredith Roberts.
“Zack brings an exceptional creative sensibility and a deep understanding of how great stories are told and sustained over time,” said Roberts. “He has a strong track record of shaping bold storytelling, supporting creators and driving creative excellence, and he will be a key partner as we continue to deliver beloved animated series and movies for audiences around the world, now and for generations to come.”
Olin has spent the past year as an independent producer. Prior to that, he spent several years at Nickelodeon and Awesomeness, working on both live-action and animated titles including School Spirits, XO, Kitty and Monster High: The Movie. He also spent more than a decade at ABC and what was then ABC Studios after beginning his career at Fox.
“I’ve always been drawn to animation because of its scale, its heart, and the way it stays with audiences over time,” said Olin. “Getting to do that at Disney Television Animation and Disney Branded Television alongside Meredith, Ayo Davis, and some of the most extraordinary creators and animators in the industry is the kind of opportunity you work toward over a career.”
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