Manager, Communications Design

Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Burbank
Posted on: November 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job -OverviewThis position provides support to multiple areas of Disney General Entertainment's Corporate Communications team with a primary focus on managing and designing presentations for internal and external events; providing on-site playback and technical support with the potential for work related travel. -The secondary focus is designing web assets, sell sheet layouts, print ads, -promotional collateral, event deliverables, creative email communications, environmental graphics, logo design and asset production as needed and determined by scope of project and team workload. -This is a strategic role with the responsibility of growing and maintaining institutional knowledge of multiple brands and various business models. This position is responsible for overseeing projects from start to finish and working directly with clients and key stakeholders to deliver consistently excellent work under tight deadlines.Please include a portfolio that includes samples of your presentation and design work as part of your application.#DisneyCommsCareersResponsibilities

• Drive design strategy based on the client's needs and direction from the Department Lead
• Lead creative development and execution of deliverables to reach audiences on multiple platforms
• Generate new and innovative Executive presentations that may include animation and light video production.
• Design full-scale event creative that extends from presentations to premiums, signage and print campaigns
• Independently recognize areas of the business that could benefit from support and proactively partner to deliver results
• Provide "live" presentation support both in-person and via Zoom. This includes playback of the deck for working review sessions, quick or immediate updates to the materials in the moment, day-of-show in-person support and direct communication to technical and event team leads.
• Provides management and mentorship to more junior Communications Designer(s).Basic Qualifications
  • Minimum of 5 years of agency or in-house creative team experience
  • Expert knowledge of Keynote and PowerPoint
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills. Able to independently proof work.
  • Extensive experience "back of house" that includes in-ear communication with show producers and tech professionals, and an understanding of playback equipment and general show production
  • Proficient in -Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign
  • Knowledge of print production and digital asset delivery. Must be able to build files for final output/production in multiple formats (print/web/video).
  • Demonstrates a high understanding of typography, visual hierarchy, color theory and design principals
  • Effective team player with strong oral & written communication skills
  • Proven ability to interface with all levels of management
  • Ability to self-manage, prioritize multiple time-sensitive projects, and work proactively to execute under pressure while being open to receiving feedback from multiple stakeholders. Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
  • Ability to travel and work outside of core business hours as requiredPreferred Qualifications
    • Solid understanding of The Walt -Disney -Company and subsequent lines of business as well as current trends in the entertainment industry -
    • Preferred: minimum 5 years of professional experience in Entertainment or Communication design (Equivalent based on portfolio with professional references will be considered.)

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