Company Description
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
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.
Job Description
The Graphic Designer is responsible for creating Graphic Designs from concept to final artwork for the Merch-on-Demand business for Amazon and Print on Demand. Handles projects at all levels of complexity. Works under general supervision. Meets monthly deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards. Will be responsible for creative deliverables against Universal IP, DreamWorks, Amblin, IE, and Peacock.
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: $75,000 - $95,000
Qualifications
Responsibilities include:
- Development of Graphic Designs across multiple properties and Brands for the Merch-on-Demand business model for Amazon and Print on Demand
- Create pitch decks and style guides for both internal and external partners
- Ideas generation for Franchise expansion within the POD/MOD business model
- Art style/new technique development to coordinate with trends in the marketplace
- Contribute new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions
- Coordinates with MOD partners internal teams, and content partners on new monthly development
- Able to flex and design for multiple brands
- Responsible for maintaining high Graphic Design standards for the MOD business
- Understands Graphic Design and how it translates to products
- Fresh and inventive creative thinker
- Awareness of fashion and consumer trends
- Strong team player
QUALIFICATIONS–
- 3 – 5 years of related work experience in graphic design, illustration, character art or merchandise design
- Strong knowledge of Graphic Design & Branding
- Strong knowledge and understanding of fashion and merchandise design
- Strong traditional and digital drawing skills, and concepting skills
- Strong expertise in both design and illustration skills.
- Ability to draw and stylize characters
- Hand lettering/custom typography
- Strong color sense and design layout/composition abilities
- Pro-active / Can-do attitude
- Able to work on multiple projects in fast-paced environment
- Strong time management skills
- Resourceful and proactive
- Strong creative computer skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Creative Suite, Keynote)
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Art and Design
Additional Requirements:
- Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
Additional Information
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.
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