Product Designer - Girls

As the Product Designer, you will successfully design and develop products for internal IP brands and/or licensed products. Demonstrates creative thinking and executes a wide variety of projects to support and align with brand strategies and objectives. A Product Designer must be able to demonstrate creative thinking and execute a strategic vision, have strong problem-solving abilities, be able to collaborate well with other teams and create designs with a user-centric point of view. 

What you will do: 

• Instrumental in generating new toy concepts and designing new play experiences for new and/or existing brands and product lines

• Deliver end-to-end product design including research, concepts, prototypes, and user testing
• Champion great design in our high-quality products and help ensure they are within target cost and QA/QC requirements
• Create systems of play centered around compatibility, usability, and superior play experiences
• Builds consensus between members throughout the design process
• Work collaboratively with your branding, product management, engineering, packaging, licensor, and other internal team partners to create a product that is the best fit for the brand and meets licensor requirements
• Attend Brand and licensing meetings and brainstorm to obtain enough information for product design
• Successfully present and communicate concepts to the brand, development, management, and licensor teams
• Ensure delivery of precise, clear, and complete product turnover specifications and ensure they fully understood by the international team/factory       
• Work with outside vendors
• Support the overall strategic goals of the product, provide direction and feedback during the development process that is attentive to the licensor and for brand assurance
• Responsible for completing, reviewing, documenting specification changes, submitting for licensor approval, and providing comments for illustrative turns, sculpts, paint masters, and sample reviews
• Work closely with brand/management teams to resolve development issues, while assuring designs meet the target cost, schedule, and brand standards
• Participate in the entire life cycle of project development from a concept through initial ideation, refinement, prototype execution, and turnover packages to development teams
• Champian high-quality designs and products that are within target cost and QA/QC requirements
• Collaborate with the packaging design team to ensure product and packaging are aligned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Manages People: No

What we are looking for: 

Education/ Years of Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in toy design, industrial design, industrial engineering, or industry-relevant field
• 3+ years of relevant experience, ideally experience designing for kids
• 1+ years of experience working with global manufacturing factories (Asia preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAO’s)

• Exhibit interest and knowledge of the current trends/innovations as well as an understanding of the competitive marketplace in the toy industry
• Proactively observes and gains an understanding of the competitive marketplace including current trends and innovation
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office & G-Suite
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (illustrator, photoshop, and Indesign) or other similar tools
• Strong project management skills
• Able to work cross-functionally and reciprocally with multiple departments
• Able to work independently or collaboratively
• Knowledge of materials and multiple manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of working with licensed brands
• Exceptional visual, verbal, and written communication skills
• Able to multitask, organize, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Demonstrates a strong design sense, including a well-developed sense of aesthetics
• Can easily adapt to shifting priorities, and can manage multiple priorities at one time, while also demonstrating vigilance in keeping projects moving forward and hitting deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Lifelong Learner
• Adaptable
• Effective problem solver and critical thinker; proactive in resolving issues
• Expertise in control drawings and rendered illustration concepts
• Ability to deal effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels in a professional manner

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the toy/baby/costume/pets industry
• Knowledge of 3D modeling, sculpting, and rendering (Familiar with Zbrush/Rhino/Fusion 360) a plus
• Multilingual a plus

Working Conditions:

Environment: Office

Extreme Exposures: None

Schedule: Regular office; may require occasional calls with Asia counterparts outside of regular hours

Physical Requirements:

Light; Lifting up to 25 lbs

Must be able to sit at a desk for extended periods

Travel Required: None

What we offer:
At Jazwares, we believe in providing our employees with comprehensive and competitive benefits that support their well-being and overall satisfaction.
The salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 /Yr. Base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for annual performance incentives may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, salary range may not apply to other states.
The benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
The flexible work environment includes a hybrid schedule with 4 days, Fridays WFH, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, Summer Fridays, Time Off for vacation, sick leave, and volunteer work to contribute to the community.

Working at Jazwares:
At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere, and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.
Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.
Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today and let's shape the future of play together!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.