Product Designer - Trading & Collectibles - Mickey's of Glendale (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

The Walt Disney Company•Glendale, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force behind all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineers combine storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences. The Product Designer will be responsible for the daily execution of product design and development for the Pin Trading category, from concept through production. This role involves collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure high-quality, consumer-focused, and trend-right product lines that build brand equity and meet financial targets. The position reports to the Assistant Manager - Mickey's of Glendale Product Development and is a Project Hire position without a guarantee of permanent placement.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in product design and development, production scheduling, or project coordination.
Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Keynote).
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively within deadlines.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Strong communication skills with ability to present ideas and incorporate feedback.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy retail or product development environment.
Associate degree or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with The Walt Disney Company brands (Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, 20th Century, National Geographic).
Background with graphic design, animation or character development.
Experience with PLM systems such as FLEX.
Experience in hardlines/softlines consumer products design and development.
Strong understanding of retail trends and product commercialization.
A portfolio review is preferred for this position, for full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume.

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of trading and collectible products from concept through production.
Own the product development lifecycle including ideation, research, sourcing, costing, production, and commercialization.
Develop trend-right product assortments aligned with brand strategy and financial targets.
Monitor competitors, product innovations, and market trends to inform design decisions.
Partner with sourcing teams and vendors to ensure alignment with The Walt Disney Company and Walt Disney Imagineering standards.
Collaborate with internal partners including Legal, Business Affairs, and Product Integrity to gain product approvals.
Maintain development timelines, milestone tracking, and approvals throughout the lifecycle.
Create and maintain product data in FLEX (PLM) systems with accuracy and timeliness.
Support preparation of presentation materials and product packages.
Actively support securing company assets through effective Loss Prevention, in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Promote a safe, compliant, and collaborative working environment while adhering to company policies.