Senior Manager, Global Creative and Product Development Operations – Licensed Merchandise

Job Description:

• Team management and experience coaching
• Detailed understanding of the product development processes, production, and manufacturing, timelines
• Lead full concept to production lifecycle for creative assets , ensuring teams deliver on time, on budget and at scale
• Design and implement streamlined workflows to improve speed, consistency and quality
• Lead the planning and development of style guides, creative assets, PD tools, and serving as the primary driver behind the creation process
• Collaborate with external agencies to source talent and manage the execution of creative projects, ensuring alignment with brand standards and objectives
• Guide creative collaboration throughout the project lifecycle
• Lead all stages of product development across all categories for any licensing deal or collaborations
• Undertake general design tasks to support Licensing team’s efforts, including but not limited to branding, packaging, promotional and marketing collateral trade show needs, and sales materials

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Design, Marketing, or a related field
• Proven experience (15-20 years) in a creative leadership role, within the licensing and consumer products industry
• Proficiency in project management tools
• Strong project management abilities, including the capacity to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels
• A strategic mindset with a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and brand positioning
• Gaming or Entertainment experience preferred
• Proven experience to manage studios (film, series or game) in the creation of product development

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts for Sony products