Knowledge of trends within the industry of relevant category and the broader world of design with working knowledge of common manufacturing techniques and their application in production
An ability to communicate a clear product design brief and basic design ideas using CAD drawing, computer techniques and/or third party design resources
An ability to deliver against set deadlines and budgets as directed
Strong design and conceptual skills
Understanding of fabric, colour and product design
Presentation skills with the ability to effectively present design ideas to internal/external stakeholders at all levels
Understanding of production techniques and graphic applications with an eye for colour and shape, preferred
In depth knowledge of fabrics and stitching techniques, preferred
Ability to influence and support change amongst stakeholders
Written and spoken English for business use, essential; other European languages, beneficial
Computer literate including Mac OSX, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and MS Office
Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of local markets across EMEA

Execute the approval process from initiation to production in a timely manner, ensuring all product submissions are routed through Disney’s Online Product Approval (OPA) system as per global product integrity guidelines
Provide product design and trend direction, inspiration and feedback to licensees on both 2D application and 3D product submissions in order to drive product quality
Train and develop all new and existing licensees on the Disney brand, property portfolio, creative assets and approval systems
Responsible for ensuring licensees have the appropriate creative assets for product development
Develop and maintain successful working relationships with licensees and other internal and external stakeholders
Create product pitches, new product design visuals, and dedicated core design mock ups under supervision of Senior Product Design and Development Manager/Product Design and Development Manager
Develop and maintain a good knowledge of Disney’s characters, films, properties, heritage and creative assets in order to assist in their usage on consumer products
Support the needs of the wider team at regional, local and global level as required including involvement in design projects, as directed
Ensure products comply with corporate policies and legislation
Maintain contemporary knowledge of product design and graphic trends (in relevant category), leading brands and relevant pop culture
As required, attend ‘inspiration’ trips to broaden understanding of the EMEA marketplace, seeking out ideas and new creative solutions in order to better understand the industry and drive innovation and creativity

Degree educated in related field (product design, etc.) and/or equivalent experience in lifestyle product company
Proven commercial product development experience in relevant categories or product design role at a licensee, retail head office or supplier, beneficial
Some packaging experience, and understanding of style guides for the Online Product Approval (OPA) system, desirable
Proven experience creating prototypes or models