Designer, Toys & Hardlines

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Universal Parks & Experience Group (UP&E is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation) is seeking a Toy Designer position based in our Universal location. UP&E drives the expansion of Universal’s intellectual properties, franchises, characters, and stories through immersive experiences within our Parks and Products. Properties include the company’s extensive portfolio of intellectual properties created by Universal, Amblin, Illumination Entertainment, DreamWorks Animation and more.

The Toy Product Designer will help deliver the best product play experience for our consumers through unique and innovative play! We are looking for an individual with strong conceptual thinking across product categories. The candidate will have great illustration and product design skills, proactive about creating and sharing new ideas, passionate about discovering innovative solutions and always seeking creative ways to solve challenges.

The Designer will oversee the development of products (Toys, hardlines, plush, novelty, consumer electronics etc.), work with, product partners, and cross functional teams from Category to Franchise Creative. The candidate will work closely with respective studios for product approvals by providing clear and concise design direction via draw-overs and creative notes.

This role will report to the Design Director, Global CP & Parks.

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: $72,000 - $85,000

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create concept sketches, Illustrator art, mood boards and assets for presentations.
• Research global toy trends, competitive landscape, and relevant events to develop innovative products for the consumer and play space.
• Support product development process with clear and up-to-date communication, including attending all necessary development meetings with studio and partners.
• Manage the product submission process through Universal’s MediaBox system, fulfilling every stage of product development.
• Potentially some domestic and international travel periodically throughout the year for meetings and on-site product approvals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the needs of the team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree, preferably in Toy Design, Industrial and/or Product Design.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in product design and development required with licensed properties.
• Exceptionally strong conceptually with “Out-of-the-Box” thinking.
• Ability to conceptualize on cross gender properties and cross categories.
• Working knowledge in manufacturing process, tooling, plastics, mechanisms, plush fabrics, and toy safety.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Experience with working with Asia counterparts.
• Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to provide thoughtful, clear creative art direction to partners and vendors.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic, deadline driven environment that revolves around multiple product development calendars.
• Skilled in CS Suite, 3D software (a plus) and all relevant software for product design & development including Keynote for presentations.   

Additional Requirements:

• Travel may be required
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the needs of the team
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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