Sr Manager- Graphic Design

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.

The Senior Manager of Graphic Design will have proven experience leading design and branding development from concept idea through final artwork. The Senior Manager will manage Graphic Design for our Licensing and Vertical business. The leader will drive the vision for new innovation and the creation of unique and original artwork with the highest level of quality.

You will report to the Director of Graphic Design

This is a full-time role

What You Will Do

• Development of Graphic Design & Branding for style guides and portfolios across multiple properties and cross divisions.

• Leads and oversees Graphic Design & Branding across all Disney properties and Franchises.

• Art style/new technique development to coordinate with trends in the marketplace

• Attendance at key shows/exhibitions to stay on top of trends and product development techniques in the marketplace

• Generate new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions to expand franchises.

• Ensures Graphic Design & Branding excellence by maintaining integrity and leading artistic and creative direction locally and globally

• Seeks out and applies knowledge of new trends and innovation in Graphic Design & Branding

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

• Develop a strong Graphic Design & Branding community across Disney Consumer Products (DCP)

• Understands Graphic Design & Branding and how it translates to products

• Exhibit ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness

• Work closely with Artists to create elevated relevant art that encompasses trends, consumer insights, Studio initiatives, and Franchise focus

• Work with executive creative partners in Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucas, Burton, Muppets, Channel, Yellow Shoes, Walt Disney Imagineering and Walt Disney Entertainment

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 8-10 years of related work experience in graphic design, character art or merchandise design

• Extensive knowledge of Graphic Design & Branding

• Able to communicate, present, and sell creative ideas in formal and informal settings.

• Strong traditional drawing skills and concepting skills

• Strong interpersonal and people management skills

• Strong negotiator

• Highly motivated and able to motivate others

• Strategic vision for overall business and category

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Art and Design or 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.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $112,100 to $150,200 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.