Licensing Approvals Coordinator

WHO WE ARE

Help our Brand Licensing team grow the Hallmark brand outside of our traditionally manufactured categories such as bedding, toys, home decor and more. This role will lead product approvals in close collaboration with a broad range of licensees, our NYC-based agent and the Hallmark Brand Licensing product team.

WHAT THIS ROLE ENTAILS AND HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE

The Licensing Approvals Coordinator is an entry level contributor within Hallmark Brand Licensing. This is a support role within the creative management aspect of the organization. In partnership with the Licensing Creative Strategist, incumbent ensures 3 rounds of creative approvals are properly documented and products are moved through multiple proprietary systems into production on behalf of Hallmark and our licensing partners. Also completes final approval close-out stages and sample requests.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

The following is required to be considered for this role:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Basic Mac and/or PC experience (Acrobat, Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)
• At least 6 months of Hallmark experience, as either an employee or freelance/contractor

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Your resume/application will stand out if you have:

• Understanding of Hallmark's product development process
• Experience within Hallmark's proprietary software systems
• Strong communications skills in verbal and written format
• Ability to prioritize, focus, problem-solve and multi-task in a dynamic work environment.
• Knowledge of licensing industry experience
• Strong creative aesthetic
• Highly organized
• Quick learner
• Team player
• Multitasker
• Comfortable with tight turnarounds
• Comfortable asking questions when not feeling sure
• Deals with ambiguity-this is a new business that we are standing up
• Desire to learn and grow within the team/org

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• This position is located out of our headquarters office in Kansas City, MO. 1-2 times week in-office for on-site reviews.

Now's your chance to our team-just follow the instructions below to apply.

You must show how you meet the basic qualifications in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields. Accepted file types are DOCX and PDF.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment.

Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.