Associate Product Developer - Loungefly
Funko OverviewWelcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophythat stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, a galaxy of onceupon a times and happily ever afters.But what does Funko do?Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company. Funko currently holdsthousands of licenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters – one of the largestportfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funko’s Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylizedvinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world.What You’ll DoLead the magic behind the product pipeline by managing development timelines for roughly 30new styles each month. Will keep projects on track, flag risks early, and maintain momentum with minimal supervision. Bring the vision to life through daily collaboration with Design, Licensing, factories, and cross functional partners—ensuring every product moves smoothly from concept to creation. Champion the licensor approval journey by submitting products through proprietary platformswith speed, accuracy, and a keen eye for brand alignment. Partner with our art team to guarantee assets are delivered on time, meet licensor expectations, and align with initial design submissions—all while ensuring costs hit the mark. Create detailed, factory-ready tech packs that include materials, BOMs, EOQs, productinstructions, and timelines. You update and refine documentation as products evolve. Serve as the go-to technical expert for factory partners, answering questions and clarifying specs to ensure flawless execution. Navigate production constraints with confidence, knowing what’s feasible and how to adjust tostay within manufacturing limits. Review and approve all samples and packaging—from silhouettes to stickers—providing clearfeedback to ensure every detail is accurate, on-brand, high quality, and licensor-approved before production. Build strong relationships with licensors, ensuring every product meets brand standards,receives timely approvals, and ships in perfect form. Master the details in our Product Development tracking documents, entering and updatingproduct data to keep all teams aligned and informed. Collaborate closely with the Quality and Compliance teams to identify risks early, resolveissues, coordinate product testing, and ensure documentation is complete across licensor platforms and internal systems. What You’ll BringBachelor’s degree in Product Development or 2-3 year’s related experience in productdevelopment/creation in the consumer goods industry (accessories, apparel, footwear, etc.)– fast fashion; or equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience with product tracking tools and softwareExperience in bill of materials (BOM) creation, spec sheet (tech pack) creation, designtranslation, product, and material experienceUnderstanding and experience with the product creation lifecycle in consumer goodsindustryStrong attention to detail and organization to keep up with product changes through thedevelopment and production process. Proficient in Adobe Illustrator. Licensing Development a Plus!Salary InformationThe base hourly range for this position in the selected city is $31.54 - $39.42 hourly. Compensationmay vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’squalifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the TotalPackage that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role maybe eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.What Funko OffersFunko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matchingcontributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment withpeople who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge?Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive thecompliments it deserves? We know how you feel!Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity orexpression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mentaldisability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy),sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations andordinances.Work EnvironmentThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this Job,the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. Theemployee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionallyrequired to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds andoccasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.This position is based onsite in Burbank, CA. Local candidates will be considered first.