Disney
Associate Costume Development Manager (Internal Assignment/Project Hire)
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$69k-$92kDetected 20 hours ago
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About the role
- From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over.
- This individual will act as the face of the projects to all levels of stakeholders from Executives to Hourly Union Cast.
- This role is an Internal Assignment/Project Hire with no guarantee of permanent placement.
Responsibilities
- Lead project planning including scope, creative content, project timeline, and financials
- Lead and coordinate project execution including project buyer oversight, issuance of work authorizations, task prioritization, coordination of functionality, and design reviews
- Maintain the balance between cost, quality, and timeliness, to ensure the successful completion of each project on target, on time, and on budget
- Assure the creative design intent is balanced with practical manufacturing and operational considerations throughout the development phase by maintaining communications and facilitating interactions between the Designer and other members of the development team
- Collaborate with Pre-Production staff to ensure transition from development into mass production for offshore and domestic manufacturing
- Collaborate with Costume Designer, Project/Fabric Buyer, to refine project scope as materials are selected and construction methods are refined
- Assure functional reviews are conducted of prototype costumes and the feedback is accurately considered for incorporation into the design
- Assure adequate documentation of photo, garment, and design illustrations are prepared for inclusion in PLM, GUS (Garment Utilization System), and all costume collateral or promotional materials
- Present designs/projects to various levels of partners including senior executives
Nice to have
- Previous experience in Experience in the Theatre, Costume, Merchandise, or the Fashion Industry
- Skilled in purchasing software, GUS (Garment Utilization System), and PLM
- Knowledge using SharePoint, Smartsheet, and Adobe Suite
- Experience in Product Buying
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Advanced Degree in Fashion, Costuming, Merchandising, Project Management, or related preferred
- Job Posting Segment:
- Disney Live Entertainment
Skills
- 3+ years of experience in product development focusing on the garment industry
- 1+ years of experience in leading project teams
- Experience using SAP to track projects and/or budget health
- Skilled in delivering compelling, insightful, & accurate presentations to all levels of clients, including senior executives
- Knowledge of garment construction
- Skilled in picking the right textile for specific uses based on the textile and the end-use
- Experience working in a team environment where collaboration is key
- Previous experience in planning, problem-solving, conflict resolution, influencing, and negotiating
- Ability to work around all types of fabrics, fibers, and synthetic furs
- Valid Passport
- Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time
- Schedule availability to work flexible hours including weekends, nights, and holidays
Compensation
- The hiring range for this position in Florida is $68,600.00-$91,900.00 per year.
Benefits
- The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
- A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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