Job Summary:

The Associate Design Manager is responsible for creating Global Design for consumer product style guides from concept to final artwork. Handles projects at all levels of complexity. Works under general supervision. Meets deadlines under pressure while maintaining high quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Development of original, Global consumer product Style Guides and Portfolios across multiple properties and cross company divisions from start to finish
• Create innovative designs, typography, patterns, logos and marketing materials (illustration skill is a plus)
• Fresh and innovative creative thinker who is detailed, organized, able to multi-task, project manage workload while staying on schedule and budget
• Self-starter, problem solver, collaborator with positive attitude
• Create trend/mood boards
• Stay current with fashion/product trends in the marketplace
• Understands Graphic Design and Branding/Packaging how it translates to products for all target demographics globally
• Contribute new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions
• Able to present creative concepts on both formal and informal settings
• Reporting into Sr. Manager, this candidate would work with all levels in the organization and have the aptitude to navigate culture
• Adaptable and agile in fast-paced environment

Basic Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of related work experience in entertainment studios, graphic design, illustration, marketing or merchandise design
• Understands the principles of graphic design representation and storytelling for cartoon animation, CG animation and live action characters and franchises.
• Extensive knowledge of Graphic Design & Branding/Packaging
• Strong Illustration skill is a plus (traditional and digital drawing)
• Pro-active / Can-do attitude
• Strong team player with great interpersonal skills; able to work well in collaborative environment
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suit software (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Procreate, Keynote, PPT, Word

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communication or related major

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

All Artists and Graphic Designers on the team. VP and Director of Graphic Design & Branding, VP and Director of Art and Story, executive level leaders at Disney, Muppets and Channel, WDI, Entertainment, Parks, Yellow Shoes and Product Design.

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About Parks, Experiences and Products:

The Parks, Experiences and Products segment includes Disney’s iconic travel and leisure businesses, which include six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia, a top-rated cruise line, a popular vacation ownership program, and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Disney’s global consumer products operations include the world’s leading licensing business across toys, apparel, home goods, digital games and apps; the world’s largest children’s publisher; Disney store locations around the world; and the shopDisney e-commerce platform.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Global Product Development and Creative, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Parks, Experiences and Products.

Disney Global Product Development and Creative, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.