Design Manager, Apac Retail Creative

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

The Design Manager of APAC Retail Creative will be responsible for the design development of Disney’s APAC retail design and retail brand toolkits which will spanning the entire portfolio of Brands and Franchises - Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucas Film, 20th Century Studio, National Geographic and more.

The Design Manager will work as a team member of APAC Retail Creative team and based in Disney Singapore to work closely with SAMENA Disney teams (Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, India, United Arab Emirates) to lead in licensing retail design approval, innovative retail design solutions, and new retailer design pitch for SAMENA markets especially.

**Responsibilities**:

- Reporting directly to the Senior Design Manager (based in Shanghai), you will be responsible for working within the APAC Retail Creative team to participate in developing strategic retail design, and retail guide development for APAC cross TWDC brands
- Ability to lead brand-level retail toolkits project across all kinds of retail scope. For example, from flagship store, shop in shop, to massive market retail corner
- Ability to review and approve licensee’s retail design with upholding TWDC brand standards. Providing on-brand retail design guidance to licensees in time
- Manage the flow of multi-projects to ensure timely and successful project completion
- Participate creation of retail Vision for brand and key initiatives with TWDC brands and franchises
- Retail design execution in both 2D and 3D. Ability to convey design concepts quickly and build a storytelling presentation for retail design pitch
- In-depth knowledge of the local Marketplace with an understanding of the competitive market, consumers, tech, and retail trends
- Knowledge of licensing merchandising best practices, with proven experience in retail presentation
- Ability to effectively present and communicate creative ideas and concepts to cross-functional teams.
- Capable to establish process for new scope of work if necessary
- Liaison with internal project stakeholders including - Marketing, Commercial, Creative, Product design, Content Partners (Studios) and Brand Management teams
- Manage and lead outside consultants and agencies

**Requirements**:

- A minimum of 8 years working experience in the Entertainment or Brand-side enterprise or Retail design agency for Retail design
- A minimum of 4 years working experience in Retail Design Management role
- Ability to work independently on design projects
- Strong working knowledge in graphic design for retail development of different categories
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong communication skills
- Good understanding of licensing industry
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- Additional regional language skills preferred
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Proactive problem solver
- Positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and stay flexible with work deliverables
- Ability to work in a fast paced, high growth work multi-cultural environment
- Proficient in various presentational (Microsoft Office, Keynote, etc.) and professional design (Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketchup, etc.) software

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We are taking a responsible approach to creating environments that allow us to do what we do best - entertain and inform millions around the world. As part of our commitment to health and safety, COVID-19 vaccines are required for all newly hired employees in Singapore.

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