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Product Designer

Glendale, CA · On-site

$79K - $106K/yr

Product Designer Req ID: 10151594 Disney Consumer Products is seeking a Product Designer that will be responsible for Accessories Jewelry, Timing and Vision categories in the development of product ...

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How much do disney designer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for disney designer in the United States is $56,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $65,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Disney Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Disney Designer, you need a strong background in visual design, illustration, and storytelling, often supported by a degree in graphic design, animation, or a related field. Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling software, and familiarity with design pipelines is essential. Creativity, collaboration, and strong communication skills help Disney Designers bring imaginative concepts to life while working within multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure that designs align with Disney’s brand standards and create memorable experiences for audiences.

What does a Disney Designer do?

A Disney Designer is responsible for creating the visual concepts, characters, and environments that bring Disney's stories to life across films, theme parks, merchandise, and digital media. They work closely with other artists, animators, and storytellers to develop imaginative and immersive designs that align with Disney's brand and creative vision. Their work can include everything from costume and set design to graphic art and user experiences, depending on the specific project or department.

How does a Disney Designer typically collaborate with other departments during the creative process?

Disney Designers frequently collaborate with writers, animators, producers, and technical teams to bring concepts to life. This cross-functional teamwork ensures that visual designs align with storylines, character development, and technical constraints. Designers often attend regular meetings to review progress, exchange feedback, and ensure their work fits seamlessly into the larger project vision. Building strong communication skills and adaptability is key, as priorities and creative direction can evolve rapidly in Disney's dynamic work environment.

What is the difference between Disney Designer vs Disney Character Artist?

AspectDisney DesignerDisney Character Artist
CredentialsDesign degree, portfolio, Disney-specific trainingArt degree, illustration skills, Disney character knowledge
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, Disney animation departmentsAnimation studios, character development teams
Industry UsageProduct design, merchandise, theme parksCharacter creation, animation, concept art

Disney Designers focus on creating visual concepts for products, merchandise, and environments, while Disney Character Artists specialize in designing and illustrating Disney characters for animation and media. Both roles require strong artistic skills and Disney-specific knowledge, but they serve different aspects of Disney's creative process.

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Assistant Product Designer- Apparel

Assistant Product Designer- Apparel

Disney Experiences

Kissimmee, FL • On-site

$75K - $101K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life

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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

About the Role & Team

At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives. From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world.

We are seeking an Assistant Product Designer with an Apparel design background. You will support the Apparel teams in the development of specific projects and manage a small single category when needed. The Assistant Designer will assist teams in ensuring the highest quality, consumer focused, trend-right product lines across all vertical channels of distribution that build brand equity and meet financial targets. In this role, you will design products including Adult, Youth, and Infant apparel.

You will report to the Manager- Product Design

This is a full-time role

You must also submit a digital portfolio. Please share or disable any passwords for efficient review of portfolios.

What You Will Do
  • Support the Apparel Product Design team with concept, design, sketch, prototype (including assisting with art-to-product, sample creation where applicable), deliver and present trend-right consumer centric products that feature market-leading innovation and great price/value for each tier of the value pyramid.

  • Assist in design presentation deliverables: room set up, product mock-ups, boards and line review decks.

  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to assist product team with design and approval of all products

  • Coordinate product submissions for creative reviews and approvals with design team

  • Own maintaining product and market samples for the PD team. Ensures storage spaces are clean and organized.

  • Support Product Design team in sorting and filing duplicate samples/submissions for the team members not in the same office.

  • Assist the design team with PLM system, design development tool. Own keeping items up to date through the sample and development process.

  • Monitor competitors, product innovation and market dynamics. Research Initial seasonal trends by category.

  • Multi-task and prioritize multiple design projects within timelines. As well as adapt to change.

Required Qualifications & Skills
  • Entry level Designer experience in Apparel Product Design

  • Knowledge in Softlines categories (e.g. raw materials, textiles, trims, treatments, print, pattern, graphic composition, manufacturing); understanding of sustainable materials a plus

  • Knowledge in garment fit and construction. Understanding of Infant/Youth safety standards a plus

  • Understanding of graphic/artwork applications and techniques- ability to set up production-ready files to communicate desired product execution

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Able to explain a point of view in a clear positive manner while also flexible with receiving constructive feedback

  • Strong product design skills (e.g. garment sketching, graphic design, illustration, creative application and manipulation of art, final mechanical art, fabric and trim identification)

  • Demonstrated computer software skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint & Excel.

  • Experience in 3D garment design programs such as CLO (a plus)

  • Highly motivated problem solver that pays close attention to detail – excellent calendar adherence and ownership. Self-starter in anticipating and identifying the needs of and how to support the overall team

Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field (e.g. industrial design, interior design, fashion design, graphic design with product application or equivalent work experience

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $79,400 to $106,400 per year and in Kissimmee, FL is $75,700 to $101,400 per year. 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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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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