Brand & Creative Services Partner (24-Months Fixed Term Contract)

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Job Title: Brand & Creative Services Partner

Job Summary: The Brand & Creative Services Partner will focus on upholding the vision and standards of the Pokémon brand. The ideal candidate will be expected to fully immerse themselves in the Pokémon brand; this ranges from playing the video and trading card games to watching the animated series and learning how each applies to products. This position will be responsible for reviewing and ensuring products are accurate and true to the rules and vision of the Pokémon brand while maintaining the highest level of quality possible.

People Manager: No

What you’ll do

• Review and approve submissions for assigned partners, ensuring that products align with brand guidelines and use only art assets provided by TPCi for the purpose of creating licensed products. 
• Identify potential challenges with schedule and escalate to manager with proposed solutions. 
• Help guide partners to an acceptable interpretation of the brand, as fit for their product.  
• Partner with internal business partners and licensees to determine best product and character roll-out for each based on TPCi’s focus characters for the year, the licensee’s capabilities, target market, and frequency of product refreshment. 
• Assist internal and external stakeholders to best represent the Pokémon brand through their products and marketing materials. 
• Communicate daily with internal and/or external partners via phone, Zoom, or email. 
• Maintain an accurate record of the development of each item from concept to approval. 
• Assist in the development of process documents, tools, and training materials for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Create presentations and assist with projects as needed. 
• Organize and record product samples. 
• Distribute new assets and information to licensees as needed. 
• Arrange and attend both on-site and off-site business meetings with licensees; some travel may be required.  
• Perform other managerial and administrative duties consistent with position as assigned by manager. 

What you’ll bring

• Three (3) to four (4) years of professional experience in toy product development, preferably plush.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience.
• Working proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator with the ability to review creative files, validate asset accuracy, and provide feedback to ensure compliance with established brand standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to prioritize multiple projects and drive timely resolution.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge/understanding of product timelines, publishing functions, process, and formats a plus.
• Project Management experience is a plus.  
• Additional languages are a plus.
• Factory/Industry knowledge a plus.

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $86,000.00 - $102,000.00 per year. The full range is $86,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How you’ll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.