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Disney Lays Off Marvel's Visual Design Team Amidst Industry Changes

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
50
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
50 OF 173,250 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Burbank, California, USA.

Department affected: Visual Design Team.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

The Walt Disney Company has laid off approximately 50 employees from Marvel's visual design team as part of a restructuring effort. This decision comes amidst broader industry changes and reflects Disney's ongoing adjustments in response to market conditions. The layoffs occurred in Burbank, California, and are part of a larger trend affecting various departments within the company. Evangeline Lilly, an actress associated with Marvel, publicly criticized Disney for these cuts, highlighting the impact on creative talent. The layoffs are indicative of Disney's efforts to streamline operations and adapt to the evolving entertainment landscape.

The Walt Disney Company cut 50 jobs affecting its Visual Design Team team as of October 1, 2023.

LayoffTalk has tracked 34 layoff events at The Walt Disney Company since September 2020, affecting a combined 45,999 employees.

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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2020
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CREATED APR 22, 2026LAST UPDATED MAY 2, 2026