Product Designer - Softlines & Accessories (Project Hire)
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10103413 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Oct. 11, 2024Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Mickey’s of Glendale, the official store of Walt Disney Imagineering, operates two brick-and-mortar locations and an e-commerce business. The product assortments we design and produce are exclusive to Imagineers, Cast Members, and Employees of the Walt Disney Co. and celebrate the creativity and innovation that go into every Disney Project.
You will report to the Mickey's of Glendale Product Development Assistant Manager.
This is a 2 1/2-year Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.
What You Will Do
The Product Designer is a key staff member of the Product Development team. This individual will drive product design and development for apparel and accessories categories, starting from concept to production. You will support the design and delivery of products and own all aspects of the product development process including ideation, research, planning, sourcing, costing, production, and commercialization. Other responsibilities will include:
Stay in sync with sourcing criteria
Ensure all products pass Product Safety & Reliability tests and Federal safety standards
Maintain development timelines and tracking of achievements
Collaborate with the leadership team on in-store visual design
Collaborate with marketing on creative development and marketing strategy
Actively support securing company assets through effective Loss Prevention, in compliance with company policies and rules
Promote and maintain a safe working and shopping environment
Work with partners and peers to ensure the highest quality, trend-right product lines that build brand equity
Collaborate with internal and external partners to design and approve all products
Explain a point of view clearly and positively while also being flexible with receiving feedback
Sporadic domestic travel
Required Qualifications & Skills
2+ years of experience in product design and development, production scheduling, project management, and coordinating marketing activities
Proven computer software skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Suite, and Keynote on a Windows platform
Proficient in FLEX or similar PLM software
Strong communication skills across all professional interactions, including guests, peers, and management within and among all internal business units
Build and maintain professional partnerships with multiple internal teams and partners like vendors, suppliers, and more
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple projects in time
Proven success in decision-making, tact, and flexibility
Highly motivated problem solver who pays close attention to details
Visual merchandising savvy
Preferred Qualifications
Solid knowledge of visual merchandising principles is desired. Previous skills/experience as a graphic artist strongly preferred
Prior experience or knowledge of properties within The Walt Disney Co. (Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, 20th Century, and National Geographic).
Education
2-year college degree 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.
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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $53,300.00-$71,300.00 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.
About Walt Disney Imagineering:
Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.