Sr Product Designer

Sr Product Designer Location: Glendale, California, United States / San Francisco, California, United States Job Summary: Disney Consumer Products is seeking a Senior Product Designer to lead the day‑to‑day execution of product design and development of Lucas, Marvel & 20th Century licensed products for Adult apparel from concept through production. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure the highest quality, consumer‑focused, trend‑right product lines across all channels of distribution. This full‑time position will be based in Glendale, CA (or San Francisco, CA) reporting to the Manager of Product Design. Responsibilities End‑to‑End Product Management – oversee the entire product design and development lifecycle from initial concept, research, and 2D graphics/storytelling to strike‑offs, prototypes, and final production. Lead product and licensed packaging approvals through online systems and collaborative meetings, providing detailed feedback and creative direction to external licensees. Maintain high quality standards in character execution, storytelling, color, material, form, and function while maximizing profitability. Research seasonal trends, monitor competitors, market dynamics, and product innovations to deliver trend‑right, consumer‑centric product lines. Develop and design product mock‑ups, layout creative presentations, POV boards, licensee & retailer roll‑outs, retail & new brand pitch decks, joint business planning presentations, studio swing support, and visual merchandising displays. Onboard new partners and establish strong relationships with licensees, vendors, and internal teams, managing all creative aspects of product development. Contribute to the curation and visual merchandising of the Product Development Lab, showcasing key collections that strategically support and drive excitement around major tentpole content releases. Partner with a vast network of internal and external stakeholders to design and approve products. Successfully multi‑task and manage multiple design projects under tight deadlines, with the flexibility to pivot and reprioritize as business needs shift. Required Qualifications 4+ years of related experience in product development, fashion design, or merchandising, specifically within the Adult Apparel category (Softlines). Solid understanding of apparel construction, fabrication, sketching, and graphics/print techniques, including creative manipulation of art, fabrics, and trims. Strong interpersonal skills, with excellent verbal and written communication. Proven experience multi‑tasking and prioritizing multiple design projects within deadline. Strong computer software skills (e.g., MS Office, Keynote) and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) for creating mock‑ups and presentations, plus experience navigating online product approval workflow systems. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/passion for TWDC franchises such as Lucasfilm, Marvel & 20th Century. Experience with the full product design lifecycle including working with licensed consumer products. Experience with the full lifecycle of a product all the way through product approvals. Exposure working with external Licensees and Vendors for feedback, reviews, approvals and more; experience providing clear, actionable feedback to partners. Required Education Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g., industrial design, toy design, graphic design, fashion design, interior design) or equivalent work experience. Benefits and Perks 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 Compensation Hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA: $95,500.00 to $128,000.00 per year. In San Francisco, CA: $102,000.00 to $140,300.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will consider internal equity, 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 other benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer Disney Consumer Products, 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 remain relevant in a constantly evolving world. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Walt Disney Company