Senior Graphic Design Manager

NBCUniversal International; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global media company seeks a Senior Manager - Graphics Design in Bedford to oversee graphics projects. Responsibilities include strategic planning, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring project alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in theme park construction. This role requires excellent project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Exceptional project management and analytical skills required.
• Theme park construction and industry knowledge/experience required.
• Ability to walk and maneuver on a construction site is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic project plans for graphics projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project continuity.
• Evaluate and approve graphics-related design documents.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphics, Design, Management, Communications or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

This role supports our Universal Creative Team. At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.

Our team members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas, our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of what’s possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we’re creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.

The Senior Manager - Graphics Design,is responsible for overseeing the initial phases of graphics projects, including strategic planning, concept development, and ensuring that projects align with business goals. This role requires advanced project management skills, strategic planning, and the ability to lead complex projects, manage risks, and innovate within the theme park environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement strategic project plans, overseeing the conceptualisation and early development phases of high-impact graphics projects. Ensure projects align with organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Leadcross-functional teams, including internal departments and third-party vendors, to ensure seamless project handoff and continuity from concept through implementation. Provide strategic guidance and resolve high-level issues.
• Evaluate and approve graphics-related design documents, ensuring feasibility, innovation, completeness, corrections, and alignment with creative and technical standards. Identify potential risks and create plans to address potential issues.
• Oversee the RFP process, including the development of comprehensive documentation and managing vendor relationships. Ensure clarity in project requirements and resolve elevated questions effectively.
• Manage high-stakes fabrication processes, ensuring adherence to creative vision, budget constraints, and project timelines. Implement quality control measures and oversee adherence to contractual obligations.
• Conduct thorough observation and assessments of existing facilities and anticipate future project needs. Develop and approve logistics plans to minimise disruptions and optimise project efficiency.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Directly supervises vendors' and subcontractors' efforts, ensuring high performance and compliance with project requirements. Provides leadership and mentorship to Graphic Design Managers, Graphic Designers, Motion Designers, and junior staff.
• Exceptional project management, analytical skills, Microsoft Office, project management tools, strong communication, organisational skills, creative problem solving, conceptual thinking, flexibility, negotiation skills, knowledge of overhead safety codes, knowledge of building codes and ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to walk and maneuver on a construction site is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphics, Design, Management, Communications or a related field required.
• Theme park construction and industry knowledge/experience required. Relevant project or construction management experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.