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Graphic Design Manager

The Walt Disney Company (Germany) GmbH, Glendale, California, us, 91222

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At Disney Consumer Products , we inspire imagination around the world

and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives. From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world. TheGraphicDesign Manageris responsible forGraphicDesign & Branding development fromconcepts to final artwork.The Managershould be highly creative, think strategically, and be forward-thinking.In this role, you will manage projects at varying levels of complexity while meeting deadlines andmaintaininghigh-quality standards. This is a full-time role. You will report to the Sr. Manager, Graphic Design You must also submit a digital portfolio. Please share or disable any passwords for efficient review of portfolios. What You Will Do:

Development ofGraphicDesign & Brandingfor style guides and portfolios across multiple properties and cross divisions ManageGraphicDesign & Brandingactivities for multiple categories andnumerousfranchises Generate ideas for Franchise expansion Develop art style and new techniques to coordinate with trends in themarketplace Attend key shows/exhibitions to keep abreast of trends and product development techniques Seek out and apply knowledge ofnew trendsand innovations inGraphic Design & Branding Contribute new product ideas andparticipatein brainstorming sessions EnsureGraphicDesign & Brandingexcellence bymaintainingintegrity and leading artistic and creative directionlocally and globally Coordinate with licensees, internal teams, and content partners on new development and new lines of business Develop a strongGraphicDesign & Brandingcommunity across Global Product Creative Work closely withArtiststo create elevated, relevant art that encompasses trends, consumer insights, Studioinitiatives, and Franchisepriorities UnderstandGraphicDesign & Brandingand how it translates to products Present creative concepts in both formal and informal settings Required Qualifications & Skills:

6 years of related workexperience in graphic design, character art, or merchandise design Extensive knowledge ofGraphicDesign & Branding Strategic thinker with the ability to clearly communicate, present, and sell creative ideas both in formal and informal settings. Traditional and digital drawing skills, and concepting skills Ability to illustrate and stylize characters is a plus Knowledge and understanding of fashion and merchandise design. Fresh and inventive creative thinker with an awareness of marketplace trends. Hand lettering/custom typography Interpersonal and people management skills Negotiation skills with the ability to influence and inspire others Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Art and Designor equivalent work experience Additional Information:

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 . #DXMedia #DCPJobs About the Role & Team At Disney Consumer Products , we inspire imagination around the world

and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives. From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world. TheGraphicDesign Manageris responsible forGraphicDesign & Branding development fromconcepts to final artwork.The Managershould be highly creative, think strategically, and be forward-thinking.In this role, you will manage projects at varying levels of complexity while meeting deadlines andmaintaininghigh-quality standards. This is a full-time role. You will report to the Sr. Manager, Graphic Design You must also submit a digital portfolio. Please share or disable any passwords for efficient review of portfolios. What You Will Do:

Development ofGraphicDesign & Brandingfor style guides and portfolios across multiple properties and cross divisions

ManageGraphicDesign & Brandingactivities for multiple categories andnumerousfranchises

Generate ideas for Franchise expansion

Develop art style and new techniques to coordinate with trends in themarketplace

Attend key shows/exhibitions to keep abreast of trends and product development techniques

Seek out and apply knowledge ofnew trendsand innovations inGraphic Design & Branding

Contribute new product ideas andparticipatein brainstorming sessions

EnsureGraphicDesign & Brandingexcellence bymaintainingintegrity and leading artistic and creative directionlocally and globally

Coordinate with licensees, internal teams, and content partners on new development and new lines of business

Develop a strongGraphicDesign & Brandingcommunity across Global Product Creative

Work closely withArtiststo create elevated, relevant art that encompasses trends, consumer insights, Studioinitiatives, and Franchisepriorities

UnderstandGraphicDesign & Brandingand how it translates to products

Present creative concepts in both formal and informal settings

Required Qualifications & Skills:

6 years of related workexperience in graphic design, character art, or merchandise design

Extensive knowledge ofGraphicDesign & Branding

Strategic thinker with the ability to clearly communicate, present, and sell creative ideas both in formal and informal settings.

Traditional and digital drawing skills, and concepting skills

Ability to illustrate and stylize characters is a plus

Knowledge and understanding of fashion and merchandise design.

Fresh and inventive creative thinker with an awareness of marketplace trends.

Hand lettering/custom typography

Interpersonal and people management skills

Negotiation skills with the ability to influence and inspire others

Excellent creative computer skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Creative Suite, Keynote)

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Art and Designor equivalent work experience

Additional Information:

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 . #DXMedia #DCPJobs

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $95,500 to $128,000 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. Sobre The Walt Disney Company:

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