Company Description
Wētā Workshop is a unique and inspiring place – designing and building cool stuff and epic experiences, in Miramar, Wellington for over 30 years. Our people are our magic — a creative crew who can bring almost any idea to life and turn imagination into reality.
Job Description
Our Consumer Products team is renowned for creating art for discerning collectors – and now they’re looking for a new Product Manager to join them.
In this pivotal role, you’ll deliver world-class collectibles by owning product development from concept through to market launch and in-life optimization.
Day to day you’ll be responsible for:
- Managing product development processes and sign offs, from concept approval to market launch, within designated group of products
- Managing studio relationships and IP opportunities with a view to optimizing each product to achieve or exceed strategic objectives and fan expectations, while maximizing return on investment
- Category management, for designated groups of products
- Contributing strategic insights and market knowledge to the CP division, working alongside the CP Sales, Operations, Production, Marketing and Creative teams to achieve the collective goal
You can find out more in our job description here.
You’ll thrive here if you have a sharp eye for product design, a pulse on fan trends, and experience in retail product development and marketing.
You’ll also bring a strong mix of:
- Strategic thinking
- Relationship management
- Commercial Acumen
Great communication skills and the ability to collaborate widely are essential.
Wētā Workshop is a workplace like no other. You'll be part of a team passionate about what they help create. They have worked hard to ensure a great team culture, and look forward to welcoming their new team member soon!
So – if you’re ready to apply, please do. Otherwise you can email [email protected] with any questions.
Applications close 20 July 2025.
You must have the right to work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
Additional Information
Successful applicants require a satisfactory Ministry of Justice Criminal Convictions check.
