Job Posting Title:

Product Design and Development Associate (Fixed-term contract)

Req ID:

10106797

Job Description:

About the Role & Team

Join us in creating groundbreaking, brand-perfect products that captivate fans and elevate retail experiences.

We're on a mission to inspire, guide, and support our licensees and DTR partners in delivering innovative, unforgettable designs that embody the spirit of Disney. Be part of the journey from concept to creation, as we transform beloved characters and stories into products that fuel happiness for fans of all ages

This role is a Fixed-term contract running until the end of September 2025, and will require you to be onsite 4 days a week.

What You Will Do

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 guidelinesProvide product design and trend direction, inspiration and feedback to licensees on both 2D application and 3D product submissions in order to drive product qualityTrain and develop all new and existing licensees on the Disney brand, property portfolio, creative assets and approval systemsResponsible for ensuring licensees have the appropriate creative assets for product developmentDevelop and maintain successful working relationships with licensees and other internal and external partnersBuild 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 ManagerDevelop and maintain a good knowledge of Disney’s characters, films, properties, heritage and creative assets in order to assist in their usage on consumer productsSupport the needs of the wider team at regional, local and global level as the need arises including involvement in design projects, as advisedEnsure products align with corporate policies and legislationMaintain modern knowledge of product design and graphic trends (in relevant category), leading brands and relevant pop culture

Required Qualifications & Skills

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 productionAn ability to communicate a clear product design brief and basic design ideas using CAD drawing, computer techniques and/or third party design resourcesAn ability to deliver against set deadlines and budgets as directedStrong design and conceptual skillsUnderstanding of fabric, colour and product designPresentation skills with the ability to optimally present design ideas to internal/external partners at all levelsUnderstanding of production techniques and graphic applications with an eye for colour and shape, preferredIn depth knowledge of fabrics and stitching techniques, preferredAbility to influence and support change amongst collaboratorsComputer literate including Mac OSX, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and MS OfficeCultural sensitivity and an understanding of local markets across EMEADegree educated in related field (product design, etc.) and/or equivalent experience in lifestyle product companyProven commercial product development experience in relevant categories or product design role at a licensee, retail head office or supplier, beneficialSome packaging experience, and understanding of style guides for the Online Product Approval (OPA) system, desirableShown experience crafting prototypes or models

The Perks

25 days annual leavePrivate medical insurance & dental careFree Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for freeDisney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketingExcellent parental and guardian leaveEmployee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Job Posting Segment:

EMEA - Global Product

Job Posting Primary Business:

EMEA - Global Product

Primary Job Posting Category:

Product Design (Services)

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

London, United Kingdom

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2024-11-18