Warner Media, LLC
Designer, Toys
Warner Media, LLC, Burbank, California, United States, 91520
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.Who We Are…When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what’s next…From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.Your New Role…The Designer, Toys will help support the Toys/Collector business. The Designer will manage a number of accounts and work with them in developing and reviewing product submissions for these categories. To be successful in the role, the designer will be to execute design assignments such as pitch decks, and product designs and have good time management to multi-task projects and responsibilities. Additionally, they will work to create graphics, research trends, and present their ideas and will drive conversation with multiple partners to achieve assets and approvals.Your Role Accountabilities…Responsible for concept development for business segments listed above.Translate Warner Bros. story telling into Toy design.Interpret current trends and translate them into good product design.Follow best practices implemented and shared across all areas.Manage multiple categories, which includes but not limited to, communication and update with licensees, give design feedback, review product submissions and samples, and lead creative calls.Handle physical samples to review, comment, and store in a timely manner.Able to communicate and partner with all internal teams, ie. BA, franchise, legal, category, etc.., to ensure proper feedback is communicated to licensees.Manage Assets and Approvals with internal and external partners to drive results from concept to pre-production approval milestonesManage key licensee accounts which includes leading your accounts meetings and approvalsProduct Management:Work closely with Supervisor to produce fresh, compelling designs that meet the business needs / strategies.Follow best practices, implemented and shared across all areas.Understand technical aspects of construction of products and components regarding design and development.Coordinating and setting up products for Internal meetings.Qualifications & Experience…Work Experience2-3 years’ experience in product design, licensing experience a plus.Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or CertificationBA, BFA or 2 years Technical College in a design disciplineKnowledge/SkillsAbility to clearly communicate and present vision and ideasTeam player and problem solverAbility to work under tight deadlinesMust be a self-starter with a tenacious attitude and a strong work ethicKnowledge/awareness of competitive businessesAdvanced skills working with Illustrator and Photoshop, 3D programs a plusAdditional computer skills, include InDesign, Word, Excel and Power Point/KeynoteLicensing business model experience is a plusManagement has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.How We Get Things Done…This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/
along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.Championing Inclusion at WBDWarner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $54,600.00 - $101,400.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation. If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what’s next…From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.Your New Role…The Designer, Toys will help support the Toys/Collector business. The Designer will manage a number of accounts and work with them in developing and reviewing product submissions for these categories. To be successful in the role, the designer will be to execute design assignments such as pitch decks, and product designs and have good time management to multi-task projects and responsibilities. Additionally, they will work to create graphics, research trends, and present their ideas and will drive conversation with multiple partners to achieve assets and approvals.Your Role Accountabilities…Responsible for concept development for business segments listed above.Translate Warner Bros. story telling into Toy design.Interpret current trends and translate them into good product design.Follow best practices implemented and shared across all areas.Manage multiple categories, which includes but not limited to, communication and update with licensees, give design feedback, review product submissions and samples, and lead creative calls.Handle physical samples to review, comment, and store in a timely manner.Able to communicate and partner with all internal teams, ie. BA, franchise, legal, category, etc.., to ensure proper feedback is communicated to licensees.Manage Assets and Approvals with internal and external partners to drive results from concept to pre-production approval milestonesManage key licensee accounts which includes leading your accounts meetings and approvalsProduct Management:Work closely with Supervisor to produce fresh, compelling designs that meet the business needs / strategies.Follow best practices, implemented and shared across all areas.Understand technical aspects of construction of products and components regarding design and development.Coordinating and setting up products for Internal meetings.Qualifications & Experience…Work Experience2-3 years’ experience in product design, licensing experience a plus.Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or CertificationBA, BFA or 2 years Technical College in a design disciplineKnowledge/SkillsAbility to clearly communicate and present vision and ideasTeam player and problem solverAbility to work under tight deadlinesMust be a self-starter with a tenacious attitude and a strong work ethicKnowledge/awareness of competitive businessesAdvanced skills working with Illustrator and Photoshop, 3D programs a plusAdditional computer skills, include InDesign, Word, Excel and Power Point/KeynoteLicensing business model experience is a plusManagement has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.How We Get Things Done…This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/
along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.Championing Inclusion at WBDWarner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $54,600.00 - $101,400.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation. If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.