Senior Manager - Retail Creative

Company: Disney Parks,Parks, Experiences and Products
Location: Glendale
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

The Senior Manager of Retail Creative will be responsible for the design development of Disney's world-wide retail destinations and experiences spanning the entire portfolio of Brands and Franchises - Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucas, Fox, NatGeo and more. The Senior Manager of Retail Creative will lead a team of retail designers and manage world-class agencies in the development of Innovative retail design solutions.
Responsibilities :

• Inspire a team of world-class retail designers.
• Creative direction across all branded retail design experiences spanning the entire portfolio of TWDC Franchises - Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucas, Fox & NatGeo.
• Lead the development of retail toolkits / Style Guides across the portfolio of brands.
• Liaison with internal project stakeholders including - Marketing, Graphic Design, Product design teams, Content Partners (Studios) and Brand Management.
• Prototype retail stores and shop-in-shops delivering on trend retail design solutions.
• Manage the flow of work and appropriate graphics resources to ensure timely and successful project completion.
• Manage and direct outside consultants.
• Develop team members to become future leaders.
  Basic Qualifications :
  
  • Outstanding design vision with proven track record of delivering innovative retail experiences.
  • Hands-on, ability to convey design ideas and concepts quickly to leadership and business partners
  • In-depth knowledge of the Global Marketplace with an understanding of the competitive market, consumers, tech and retail trends.
  • Proficient knowledge of Architectural Drawing details, and construction costs, means and methods.
  • Knowledge of visual merchandising best practices, with proven experience in retail presentation.
  • Technical proficiency required to standardize fixture package- fixture detailing - and new fixture development.
  • Ability to effectively present and communicate creative ideas and concepts to cross-functional teams. Strong Interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent people skills, diplomacy and collaborative spirit
  • Multi-tasking capabilities, with ability to project manage working on a variety of projects in parallel.
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly and work in a constantly evolving environment.
  • Establish best practice internal processes.
    
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
    • Super creative, out-of-the-box visionary capable of bringing forth innovative retail design ideas that deliver strong business results.
    • Designer with an exceptional eye for detail, sensitivity to the guest experience, and passion for TWDC portfolio of brands.
    • Bold, optimistic and passionate creative leader with the ability to mentor and lead teams across geographies.
    • 10+ years experience in retail design, branded architecture and experiential design with a major retail company or top design agency.
    • Prior management experience leading a high performing design team for top brands.
    • Proficient with CAD, Sketch UP, 3D rendering, and Adobe Creative Suite.
      Required Education :
      
      • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
        Additional Information :
        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 https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
        
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