NBCUniversal
Media
DesignManager
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“Design Manager at NBCUniversal. Skills: User experience, Interface design, Visual design, Design systems. Lead design projects. Lead design initiatives”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver creative programs; Deliver high-quality programs; Deliver brand-aligned programs; Deliver creative products; Deliver high-quality products; Deliver brand-aligned products; Deliver commercially viable products; Deliver market-ready products; Support business objectives
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven background in licensing, Proven background in manufacturing, Proven background in consumer product design, Understanding of design processes, Understanding of product development processes, Understanding of manufacturing processes, Experience with licensed entertainment products, Excellent design skills, Excellent creative development skills, Proficiency in Photoshop, Proficiency in Illustrator, Working knowledge of InDesign, Working knowledge of Keynote, Working knowledge of PowerPoint, Working knowledge of Word, Working knowledge of Excel, Highly organized, Detail-oriented, Adaptable in fast-paced environment, Confident advocating design decisions, Collaborating toward shared goals
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in Fashion/Product design, Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Bachelor's degree in Illustration, Bachelor's degree in related field
What You'll Do.
Lead design initiatives
Drive clear decisions
Demonstrate creative judgment
Demonstrate decision-making
Champion new creative concepts
Develop new creative concepts
Present new creative concepts
Champion design strategies
Develop design strategies
Present design strategies
Support creative brainstorming
Generate new product concepts
Generate new categories
Generate brand extensions
Support development of style guides
Support evolution of style guides
Ensure brand strength
Ensure strategic alignment
Create product mockups
Create inspiration boards
Inform seasonal direction
Inform visual storytelling
Translate creative ideas
Ensure brand integrity
Stay informed on trends
Identify new opportunities
Lead design review meetings
Set creative direction
Prepare annual financial targets
Support team delivery
Build working relationships
Foster open creative dialogue
Build relationships with agencies
Build relationships with freelance designers
Support development of creative assets
Support development of product mockups
Support development of pitch presentations
Provide creative input
Provide cross-functional support
Assist with follow-up actions
Pitch creative designs
Pitch product designs
Pitch creative strategies
Present creative designs
Present product designs
Present creative strategies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal cross-functional teams; External cross-functional teams; Internal partners; External partners; Category teams; Agents in SEAI; External creative agencies; Freelance designers; Leadership teams
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Pitching creative strategies
Full Job Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Universal Consumer Products International oversees NBCUniversal's consumer product and digital licensing for Universal Pictures, NBC Television, Focus Features and Sprout Channel. Universal Consumer Products International is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier mot
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