Product Design Manager
Company: Aquent Talent
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Salary: up to $73/hour (DOE)OverviewResponsibilities:Concept,
design, sketch, prototype (including managing art-to-product, 3D
modeling, sample creation, fit sessions, and electronic
breadboards, where applicable), deliver and present trend-right
consumer centric product lines that feature market-leading
innovation and great price/value for each tier of the value
pyramidManage and execute product and licensed packaging approvals
through online systems and collaborative approval meetings,
ensuring high quality standards in character execution, in-depth
storytelling, color, material, form and function while maximizing
profitabilityCollaborate with internal partners (Creative Design,
Brand Merchandising, Licensing Commercialization, Sourcing and Tech
Design, BERGs, CBM, Legal, Business Affairs, Product Integrity,
Integrated Retail, BPM, Public Affairs, D&I teams, Cultural
Consultants) and external partners ( Channel Content Providers,
Games, Publishing, Licensees, DTR Partners) to design and approve
all productsCollaborate with the greater product design and
creative teams to drive up-front trends, overall creative direction
and identify future areas of growth within the franchise and across
product categories, including the preparation of custom design
tools and retail pitches to differentiate by categoryManage and
develop direct report(s) through on-going feedback on
performanceCollaborate with Global Product Design teamsPrepare
creative/product retail custom design tools and pitches to
differentiate by categoryOnboard new Licensees, DTR, halo partners
globally and locallyMonitor competitors, product innovation and
market dynamicsMulti-task and prioritize multiple design projects,
running simultaneously with varying levels of complexity.Basic
Qualifications:5+ years of experiencePrior experience leading
othersStrong knowledge in hardlines/softlines categories (raw
materials, plastic, textiles, print, pattern, graphic composition,
manufacturing)Strong verbal and written communication skillsStrong
negotiating skillsStrong product design skills (e.g. 3D product
design, technical design, sketching, creative application and
manipulation of art, final mechanical art, fabric and trim
identification)Strong computer software skills (e.g. MS Office,
Photoshop, Illustrator)Preferred Qualifications:Exceptional
knowledge of the Star Wars brandPrevious company exp, preferably in
this environment and with inhouse systems.Hard lines expRequired
Education:Bach Dgr - related field (e.g. ind, toy or fash desgn)The
target hiring compensation range for this role is the equivalent of
$65.70 to $73.00 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors
including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience,
relevant certifications, and location.Additional benefits offered
may include; medical health insurance and dental insurance, life
insurance, and eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company
match.
Keywords: Aquent Talent, San Francisco , Product Design Manager, Executive , San Francisco, California
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