Lead Graphic Designer

DEPARTMENT: Global Creative, Disney Consumer Products

The Lead Graphic Designer is responsible for Graphic Design development from concepts to final artwork. The Lead Graphic Designer should be highly creative, think strategically and forward-thinking and handles projects at all levels of complexity. Meets deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards. This role sits onsite in Glendale, CA and reports directly to the Senior Manager of Graphic Design.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Development of Graphic Design for style guides and portfolios across multiple properties and cross divisions
• Manages Graphic Design activities for multiple categories and numerous franchises
• Ideas generation for Franchise expansion
• Art style/new technique development to co-ordinate with trends in the market place
• Attendance at key shows/exhibitions to keep abreast of trends and product development techniques
• Seeks out and applies knowledge of new trends and innovation in Graphic Design & Branding
• Contribute new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions
• Ensures Graphic Design & Branding excellence by maintaining integrity and leading artistic and creative direction locally and globally
• Partners with internal teams, product design and content partners on creative development for new IP.
• Develop a strong Graphic Design & Branding community across DCP
• Understands Graphic Design & Branding and how it translates to products
• Fresh and inventive creative thinker
• Awareness of marketplace trends
• Able to present creative concepts on both formal and informal settings
• Strong team player
• Exhibits ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness
• Work closely with Artists to create elevated relevant art that encompasses trend, consumer insights, Studio initiatives and Franchise priorities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6-8 years of related work experience in graphic design, character art illustration or merchandise design
• Extensive knowledge of Graphic Design & Branding
• Able to clearly communicate, present, and sell creative ideas both in formal and informal settings.
• Strong traditional and digital drawing skills, and concepting skills
• Ability to illustrate and stylize characters a plus
• Strong knowledge and understanding of fashion and merchandise design
• Hand lettering/custom typography
• Strong interpersonal and people management skills
• Strong negotiation skills and influencing abilities
• Highly motivated and able to manage and inspire others
• Thinks strategically
• Excellent creative computer skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Creative Suite, Keynote)

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Art, Graphic Design and/or Illustration

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

All Artists and Graphic Designers on the team. Director of Graphic Design & Branding, VP and Director of Art and Story, Operations, Production, Packaging, Product Design, Commercialization, Franchise, Retail and key contacts at Studio partners: Pixar, Disney, Marvel, Lucas, 20CS, Burton, Muppets, Channel, Disney+

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $95,500.00-$128,000.00 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.