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Product Design and Development Associate (Fixed-term contract)

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The Walt Disney Company

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Design
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need design knowledge, CAD skills, strong presentation abilities, fabric understanding, production insight, cultural sensitivity in EMEA, and a degree or relevant experience.
  • You will manage product approvals, provide design feedback, train licensees, maintain creative assets, build product visuals, ensure compliance, and stay updated on trends and Disney properties.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of trends within the industry of relevant category and the broader world of design with working knowledge of common manufacturing techniques and their application in production
  • An ability to communicate a clear product design brief and basic design ideas using CAD drawing, computer techniques and/or third party design resources
  • An ability to deliver against set deadlines and budgets as directed
  • Strong design and conceptual skills
  • Understanding of fabric, colour and product design
  • Presentation skills with the ability to optimally present design ideas to internal/external partners at all levels
  • Understanding of production techniques and graphic applications with an eye for colour and shape, preferred
  • In depth knowledge of fabrics and stitching techniques, preferred
  • Ability to influence and support change amongst collaborators
  • Computer literate including Mac OSX, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and MS Office
  • Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of local markets across EMEA
  • Degree educated in related field (product design, etc.) and/or equivalent experience in lifestyle product company
  • Proven commercial product development experience in relevant categories or product design role at a licensee, retail head office or supplier, beneficial
  • Some packaging experience, and understanding of style guides for the Online Product Approval (OPA) system, desirable
  • Shown experience crafting prototypes or models

Responsibilities

  • Complete the approval process from initiation to production in a timely manner, ensuring all product submissions are routed through Disney’s Online Product Approval (OPA) system as per global product integrity guidelines
  • Provide product design and trend direction, inspiration and feedback to licensees on both 2D application and 3D product submissions in order to drive product quality
  • Train and develop all new and existing licensees on the Disney brand, property portfolio, creative assets and approval systems
  • Responsible for ensuring licensees have the appropriate creative assets for product development
  • Develop and maintain successful working relationships with licensees and other internal and external partners
  • Build product pitches, new product design visuals, and dedicated core design mock ups under supervision of Senior Product Design and Development Manager/Product Design and Development Manager
  • Develop and maintain a good knowledge of Disney’s characters, films, properties, heritage and creative assets in order to assist in their usage on consumer products
  • Support the needs of the wider team at regional, local and global level as the need arises including involvement in design projects, as advised
  • Ensure products align with corporate policies and legislation
  • Maintain modern knowledge of product design and graphic trends (in relevant category), leading brands and relevant pop culture

FAQs

What is the location for the Product Design and Development Associate position?

The position is located in London, United Kingdom.

Is this position permanent or temporary?

This position is a fixed-term contract running until the end of September 2025.

How many days a week is the role expected to be onsite?

The role requires you to be onsite for 4 days a week.

What is the primary focus of this role?

The primary focus of this role is to create groundbreaking, brand-perfect products that inspire and support licensees in delivering innovative designs that embody the spirit of Disney.

What type of experience is preferred for candidates applying for this job?

Preferred candidates will have proven commercial product development experience in relevant categories or a product design role at a licensee, retail head office, or supplier.

What are some of the required skills for this position?

Required skills include strong design and conceptual skills, ability to communicate design ideas using CAD, understanding of production techniques, and proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.

What kind of benefits does this position offer?

Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance and dental care, free park entry, Disney discounts on products and experiences, and excellent parental and guardian leave.

Does Disney provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Disney is committed to providing necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job application or interview process, as well as for essential job functions.

Is there an opportunity for professional development within this role?

Yes, the role includes training and development of new and existing licensees on the Disney brand and creative assets, as well as involvement in design projects that support the needs of the wider team.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A degree in a related field (such as product design) and/or equivalent experience in a lifestyle product company is required.

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The Walt Disney Company

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