Design Manager, Hardlines, PD
Core
Lead product development for Disney hardlines (Consumer Electrics, Home, Toys) across multiple licensees, ensuring brand standards and driving revenue through innovative design concepts.
Role type
Senior Product Design Manager (Licensing)
Builds
Licensed consumer electronics, home lifestyle, and toy products for Disney characters
Domain
Consumer goods / Licensing / Hardlines
Deliverable
Product features
Required skills
Product design, Industrial design, Graphic design, Project management, Trend research, Brand compliance, Creative direction, Team leadership, Freelance artist management
Preferred skills
International company experience, International design agency experience, AI tool proficiency, Keynote/Presentation skills
Technologies
Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Keynote, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Lead product development with licensees across Consumer Electrics, Home, and Toy categories; Supervise team members and foster talent growth; Develop new product lines with Creative Directors; Approve licensee designs to uphold Disney standards; Provide design advice to category managers and licensees; Conduct product line reviews and licensee induction meetings; Manage distribution of art resources and brand manuals; Recruit and train freelance character artists and designers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
