Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: "Life's a Party, We're Makin' It Fun!" and "So Much Fun It's Scary!"

At Spencer's and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes

Flexible work environment
Career advancement
Competitive base salary
Bonus opportunity
Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
401k with a company match
30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, 3D Design will lead the creation of 3D, technical specifications, and design for our proprietary hardline merchandise products.

Develop comprehensive technical specification packages for all direct-sourced hardline and accessory products
Give creative direction and approvals for categories like licensed 3D, masks, décor and accessories from concept stage to pre-production, with a focus on brand integrity, age appropriateness, safety, market differentiation, construction, fabrication and monitoring appropriate quality
Manage and mentor a team of direct reports, foster a high-performance culture by setting clear goals, providing regular feedback, and facilitating professional growth
Address queries from factories and implement effective problem-solving strategies through the production process
Create compelling product illustrations and concepts for presentation to buyers, collaborating closely with the merchandise and product development teams
Communicate technical details and construction methods to manufacturing partners
Conduct constant trend research across multiple avenues, such as format, materials, color, graphics and retail, to gauge key influences in the market. Bringing innovation and technology to the brand
Develop best practices, implement and share across all business

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or a related field with a focus on 3D illustration and/Minimum 5 years at a Management level of Creative/Product Development
Background in product development, 3D sculpting products, toys and decor
Strong illustration skills, including the ability to depict human anatomy and stylized forms (e.g., zombies, monsters) using both traditional and digital techniques
Expertise in modeling and sculpting both organic and hard-surface 3D models, including file preparation for 3D printing
Advanced construction knowledge of products and components in regard to design and development for manufacturing
Effective and proven communication with the ability to clearly communicate and provide creative direction. Must be a team player, problem solver with a self-starter attitude
Competency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)
Proficiency in 3D software (e.g., Maya, Lightwave 3D, Blender, Poser, ZBrush) is essential, with experience in a Mac-based environment preferred
Experience in toy design and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems is a plus
Availability to travel

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