Job Opening for Product Development Designer in WildBrain (352 Park Ave S FL 8, New York, NY 10010)

Location: New York
Department: Peanuts Worldwide
Join our Peanuts Worldwide team within WildBrain today to become part of the story! From Peanuts shows and specials on Apple TV+ to interactive experiences worldwide, fans of all ages celebrate the Peanuts brand through thousands of consumer products, as well as amusement park attractions, cultural events, social media, and comic strips available in all formats from traditional to digital. Peanuts Worldwide, is a division of WildBrain Ltd., a global kids media and content company headquartered in Canada with offices worldwide.
About the Role
Reporting to the VP, Creative, the Product Development Designer will assist in designing new products and improve existing products. The ideal candidate should have a great eye for design, an interest in licensed products and knowledge of manufacturing techniques. To be successful, the Product Development Designer should be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to manage multiple projects, stakeholders and timelines while having fun and maintaining a sense of humor.
Responsibilities:
Learn and apply brand guidelines when designing and reviewing product
Create on-trend designs to enhance product to be best-in-class
Suggest modifications to improve product designs
Review and provide written or redlined notes to product concepts and prototypes in a digital approval system
Collaborate with the sales team and business partners to identify product trends and how Peanuts can adapt to these industry trends
Coordinate with Charles M. Schulz Creative Associates to ensure design direction is being adhered to
Collaborate with the design team to create on trend style guides
Submit proposals and designs for evaluation by the design or sales team before moving to the next stage of the process
Collaborate with the marketing and sales team to create product mockups to secure new business
Qualifications:
Advanced knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat)
Experience in product development or as a graphic designer knowledgeable in product trends and licensing preferred
Experience in character licensing a plus but not necessary
Proficient in Microsoft suite
Excellent communication skills
Detail oriented
Life at WildBrain
Working at WildBrain is more than a job — it’s the opportunity to join forces with extraordinary, insightful and imaginative people who will recognize your talents and encourage your professional growth and development in a work environment that promotes creativity and individuality. We offer competitive family-focused benefits, we invest in our people and their future with generous RRSP matching, plus bonus time-off, because you deserve it! #WBSJ
Our DNA (values)
Connecting Powers / Creating Wonder / Being Legendary / Building Momentum / Pursuing Awesomeness
Our Commitment
Diversity and Inclusion are in our DNA. As a global leader in kids and family entertainment, we strive to reflect and honour the diversity of our audiences around the world. We believe that creating diverse and inclusive content & brands begins with fostering a culture of belonging at WildBrain. To us, a culture of belonging is one where we celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, and external partners and strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and brings their authentic self to work.
We recognize that people bring experience and talent that goes beyond the technical skills and requirements of a job. If you possess similar experience that is close to what we’ve listed here, we encourage you to please still consider applying. We strongly believe that diverse experience, transferable skills, and passion are key! Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and interview process. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required.
WildBrain is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic, including Race, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Disability, Veteran Status, Age etc. and is pleased to consider all qualified applicants.