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Universal Products & Experiences Overview:

Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) globally drives the expansion and elevation of NBCUniversal’s iconic collection of brands, intellectual properties, characters, and stories based on the company’s extensive portfolio of properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. The division executes this through innovative physical and digital products, engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global theme park destinations (for both owned and 3rd party IP), location-based venues, e-commerce product platforms, and retailers around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative, UP&E’s three lines of business include Consumer Products, Games and Digital Platforms, as well as Theme Parks Products & Retail. UP&E is a division of Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. https://www.universalproductsexperiences.com/

Universal Products & Experiences is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce of the highest caliber. We are committed to fostering equitable and inclusive environments that honor the experiences, perspectives, and uniqueness of each colleague.

It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal's affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Summary:

• The Design Manager is responsible for the management and execution of core creative assets and development materials for Global Brand Creative within Universal Products and Experiences.
• Works directly with Creative Director and or Sr. Design Managers to develop design strategy and workplan for creating those core creative asset deliverables.
• Owns/executes projects individually and or manages outside design resources.
• Manager will be the internal go-to design generalist and production resource to the Global Brand Creative team across Franchises. Flexibility is key.

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

  Salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 (bonus eligible)

Responsibilities include:

• Brand expert first and foremost through a creative lens. Creative ambassador for any given brand. Storyteller in the sense that we are an extension of the filmmaking teams.
• Creative problem-solver.
• Overall management of Design, Branding, Packaging and Retail style guides that align with creative and business priorities. These core guides and tools are leveraged across the organization both internally and externally.
• Day to day management of those creative projects and delivery schedule in partnership with Creative Director, Sr. Design Managers, and Creative Operations.
• Partners across studio business units with a focus on Franchise Strategy and Product Development. Creative being the bridge - making sure everyone’s priorities are met.
• Assists in the presentation of the teams work to executives and partners, both internal and external.
• Will be asked to perform other production related duties as assigned to support the needs of the internal creative working team – inclusive of file prep/qc, layout, asset pulls, research etc.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a graphic designer
• Diversified design portfolio
• Knowledge of the Consumer Products and Retail business
• Expert level proficiency in Adobe CS, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, and Keynote
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player and open to real-time feedback at all times
• Fan of Universal film and television IP
• Bachelor’s degree in design preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. 

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].