NBCUniversal
Design Manager, Multi-category (Toys and Hardlines)
NBCUniversal, Universal City, Texas, United States, 78148
Design Manager, Multi-category (Toys and Hardlines)
Full-timeBusiness Segment: Universal Products & ExperiencesUniversal Product and Development is seeking a Design Manager (Multi-Category) with experience in product design and licensing for the Toys and Hardlines team. The role will be based in the US office and is responsible for product approvals, product development, and product strategies for Games, Puzzles, Activities, Novelty, Outdoor, Sports, Costumes, Pets, Consumer Electronics, and Publishing categories. The UP&E team is looking for a candidate who is proactive, a forward thinker, and has strong communication skills. The role requires a manager who has experience building strong relationships with internal cross-functional teams and external partners.Salary range:
$90,000-$115,000 (bonus eligible)Responsibilities:Licensing Expertise:
Possesses a solid understanding of the entertainment industry and Consumer Products businessManage and ensure brand excellence by making any necessary character revisions, infusing storytelling, and providing property assets and toolkitsManage process flow and prioritize schedulesManage product approval meetingsManage approval functionalities on product approval system (Mediabox)Lead kick-off meetings/calls with licenseesPrepare detailed recap notes from key meetings and share them with the Global teamProvides input to Category/business counterparts on licensor selection to ensure excellent product execution and delivery
Design Expertise and Innovation:
Be the Design expert in assigned categories – execution, fabrications/materials, tech designs, 2D designUnderstand licensee design & manufacturing capabilities to guide effective design and developmentDesign product solutions across the entire Franchise and property roadmap for both 2D and 3DPrepare all necessary components for design presentations & product review meeting preparationsProvide accurate design input and modifications(overlays) based on strong understanding of IP priorities, guidelines & assets through all stages of the product approval processDrive innovation by maintaining strong knowledge of the Multi-Category retail landscape
Communication and Collaboration:
Understands and communicates strategically to team and partnersExcellent ability to communicate and collaborate with partnersRequired to communicate weekly with counterpartsDevelops effective presentationsCoordinates with cross-functional partners on new projects and design development progressBuild successful working relationships with key partners including (but not limited to):
Licensees & manufacturersCategory, Retail, and FranchiseStudios & filmmakers
Qualifications:Minimum 5+ years’ experience within the licensing and manufacturing industryEntertainment industry experience with license-based consumer product approvalsKnowledge of product manufacturing and processAbility to design from concept through final samples/productionPolished ability to verbally deliver presentations with full command of the material, full command of the stage, and ability to steer the discussion toward actionable conclusionsAbility to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; comfortable with change; able to troubleshoot problems and act decisivelyAble to advocate for Design recommendations with partnersAbility to prioritize work for self and associatesHigh level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organization skillsFully proficient with Photoshop & Illustrator. Ability to use InDesign, Keynote, PowerPoint, Word, and ExcelMust be able to articulate clearly, and drive toward shared solutions with various internal partners and external licensee teamsKnowledge and understanding of product category dynamics and strategiesEducation Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Toy Design, Illustration, or comparable field of study
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Full-timeBusiness Segment: Universal Products & ExperiencesUniversal Product and Development is seeking a Design Manager (Multi-Category) with experience in product design and licensing for the Toys and Hardlines team. The role will be based in the US office and is responsible for product approvals, product development, and product strategies for Games, Puzzles, Activities, Novelty, Outdoor, Sports, Costumes, Pets, Consumer Electronics, and Publishing categories. The UP&E team is looking for a candidate who is proactive, a forward thinker, and has strong communication skills. The role requires a manager who has experience building strong relationships with internal cross-functional teams and external partners.Salary range:
$90,000-$115,000 (bonus eligible)Responsibilities:Licensing Expertise:
Possesses a solid understanding of the entertainment industry and Consumer Products businessManage and ensure brand excellence by making any necessary character revisions, infusing storytelling, and providing property assets and toolkitsManage process flow and prioritize schedulesManage product approval meetingsManage approval functionalities on product approval system (Mediabox)Lead kick-off meetings/calls with licenseesPrepare detailed recap notes from key meetings and share them with the Global teamProvides input to Category/business counterparts on licensor selection to ensure excellent product execution and delivery
Design Expertise and Innovation:
Be the Design expert in assigned categories – execution, fabrications/materials, tech designs, 2D designUnderstand licensee design & manufacturing capabilities to guide effective design and developmentDesign product solutions across the entire Franchise and property roadmap for both 2D and 3DPrepare all necessary components for design presentations & product review meeting preparationsProvide accurate design input and modifications(overlays) based on strong understanding of IP priorities, guidelines & assets through all stages of the product approval processDrive innovation by maintaining strong knowledge of the Multi-Category retail landscape
Communication and Collaboration:
Understands and communicates strategically to team and partnersExcellent ability to communicate and collaborate with partnersRequired to communicate weekly with counterpartsDevelops effective presentationsCoordinates with cross-functional partners on new projects and design development progressBuild successful working relationships with key partners including (but not limited to):
Licensees & manufacturersCategory, Retail, and FranchiseStudios & filmmakers
Qualifications:Minimum 5+ years’ experience within the licensing and manufacturing industryEntertainment industry experience with license-based consumer product approvalsKnowledge of product manufacturing and processAbility to design from concept through final samples/productionPolished ability to verbally deliver presentations with full command of the material, full command of the stage, and ability to steer the discussion toward actionable conclusionsAbility to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; comfortable with change; able to troubleshoot problems and act decisivelyAble to advocate for Design recommendations with partnersAbility to prioritize work for self and associatesHigh level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organization skillsFully proficient with Photoshop & Illustrator. Ability to use InDesign, Keynote, PowerPoint, Word, and ExcelMust be able to articulate clearly, and drive toward shared solutions with various internal partners and external licensee teamsKnowledge and understanding of product category dynamics and strategiesEducation Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Toy Design, Illustration, or comparable field of study
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