Walt Disney
Location
Glendale, CA | United States
Job description
Responsible for the daily execution of product design and development of licensed products for Jewelry, Timing and Vision - from concept through production, working with internal teams and licensees. Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure the highest quality, consumer focused, trend-right product lines across all channels of distribution (licensing, and flex business models) that build brand equity and meet financial targets.
The Assistant Product Design Manager will report to the Senior Manager, Product Design.
This is a Full-Time role.
Oversee Concept, design, strike offs, prototype, and production stages (including managing storytelling, 2D graphics, 3D modeling (home and accessories) and deliver trend-right consumer centric product lines that feature market-leading innovation and great price/value for each tier of the value pyramid
Execute product and licensed packaging approvals through online systems and collaborative approval meetings, ensuring high quality standards in character execution, in-depth storytelling, color, material, form, and function while maximizing profitability, as well as onboard new partners
Develop and design product mock-ups, layout creative presentations, POV boards, Activation Kits, and retail pitch decks
Collaborate with internal partners (Creative Design, Licensing Commercialization, Global Product Design teams, BERGs, CBM, Legal, Business Affairs, Product Integrity, Integrated Retail, BPM, Public Affairs, D&I teams, Cultural Consultants) and external partners (Studios & Disney Channel Content Providers, Games, Publishing, WDI, Licensees, DTR Partners) to design and approve all products
Monitor competitors, product innovation and market dynamics
Research Initial seasonal trends by category
Multi-task and prioritize multiple design projects within deadline
Responsible for product design and development from concept through final production stages
Leads and oversees product approvals including creative direction, revisions, & provides detailed feedback to external Licensees
Establishes and maintains relationships with Licensees, Vendors and internal partners supervising all creative aspects of product development
1+ years of related experience preferred
Solid knowledge in hardlines/softlines categories (raw materials, plastic, textiles, print, pattern, graphic composition, manufacturing)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven negotiating skills
Strong product design skills (e.g. 3D product design, technical design, sketching, creative application and manipulation of art, final mechanical art, fabric and trim identification)
Strong computer software skills (e.g. MS Office, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Bachelor’s Degree in related field (e.g., industrial design, toy design, graphic design, fashion design, interior design)
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The hiring range for this position in California is $77,100 to $103,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.Job tags
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