Manager, Design & Development (Lifestyle Accessories)

Location: Hybrid in Universal City, California, United States; office attendance is required a minimum of four days per week.

Salary: USD 105,000–125,000 per year, bonus eligible.

Company

hirify.global is a media and entertainment company developing film, television, streaming, theme park, consumer product, and retail experiences through Universal Products & Experiences.

What you will do

• Lead the design, development, execution, and approval of lifestyle accessories including bags, backpacks, footwear, jewelry, socks, hair accessories, and related products.
• Manage projects from trend research and concept development through sketches, draw-overs, 3D renderings, tech packs, prototypes, approvals, and production.
• Apply expertise in materials, fabrications, color palettes, construction, embellishments, manufacturing, and product execution across multiple licensed and vertically integrated brands.
• Use AI-powered design tools, emerging technologies, 2D/3D visualization, and creative tools to develop innovative, commercially viable products.
• Provide design direction, creative feedback, visual assets, trend reports, style guides, color direction, and product concepts to internal stakeholders, licensees, vendors, and manufacturers.
• Lead approval meetings and workflows involving Legal, Compliance, Product Safety, and third-party IP stakeholders; manage timelines, milestones, partner relationships, and product development discussions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Design, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product design and development, preferably in accessories, footwear, apparel, home products, or licensed consumer products.
• Demonstrated experience creating detailed tech packs and product specifications.
• Strong proficiency in 3D design, rendering, and product visualization tools, plus experience using AI design tools in product development.
• Strong draw-over, illustration, and visual communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Mac and Microsoft applications, with expert-level skills in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as Keynote and product approval systems.
• Strong understanding of materials, construction methods, manufacturing processes, and product execution, with experience managing products from concept through production.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment; provide clear creative direction and actionable feedback; and maintain strong organization and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with a leadership mindset who is organized, resourceful, proactive, flexible, and able to find compromise in challenging situations.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule with a minimum of four office days per week; in-office requirements may change.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, discounts, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• Inclusive workplace focused on diverse perspectives, collaboration, creativity, and community impact.
• Work with licensees, retailers, creators, manufacturers, and cross-functional partners across entertainment, consumer products, theme parks, and retail experiences.

Hiring process

• External candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at an hirify.global location before a hiring decision.