Designer, Product Development, Consumer Products, 1253-1

$114,400 - $124,800/Yr

Cypress HCM - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Product Development Designer for Consumer Products will play a crucial role in transforming entertainment through innovative merchandise and experiences. This position focuses on designing and developing multi-category hardlines products that promote popular titles and build them into lasting franchises. The designer will collaborate with various teams to ensure that products align with the creative vision and market trends, driving product development from concept to retail launch.

Responsibilities

• Work with retail, licensing, and strategy leads to influence the creative translation of titles into consumer products.
• Explore product trends and strategies for multi-category hardlines, including plush, accessories, stationery, and seasonal items.
• Build partnerships with licensees, brands, and internal teams to drive product development.
• Align with the Consumer Products Global Hardlines lead and Art Director on product development and packaging deliverables.
• Support product development from creative vision to retail launch, ensuring well-designed assortments and differentiation across retail.
• Guide licensees and retailers on translating titles into successful products.
• Develop creative product development tools and guidelines to inspire innovative product development.
• Onboard licensees and partners into internal systems and ensure timely asset deliveries.
• Manage product approvals via internal systems, ensuring high standards in storytelling and execution.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in multi-category hardlines consumer products design and development.
• Knowledge of both vertical and licensed product design.
• Strong trending capabilities and ability to innovate.
• Experience working with major studio title consumer product programs.
• Diverse product development background with a focus on fans.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $55-60/hr.