As The Product Designer, you will successfully design and develop product for internal IP brands and/or licensed products. Demonstrates creative thinking and execute on 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 has the ability to execute on a strategic vision, must 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 assure 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 product that is the best fit for the brand and meets licensor requirements
Attend Brand and licensing meeting and brainstorming 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 product, provide direction and feedback during the development process that is attentive to 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 turn over packages to development teams
Champion high quality designs and products that are within target cost and QA/QC requirements
Collaborate with packaging design team to assure product and packaging are aligned
Perform other duties as assigned
Manages People: No

What We Are Looking For:

Bachelor’s Degree in toy design, industrial design, industrial engineering, or industry relevant field preferred
3+ years of relevant experience, ideally experience designing for kids
1+ years of experience working with global manufacturing factories (Asia preferred)
Exhibit interest and knowledge of the current trends/innovations as well as an understanding the competitive marketplace in the toy industry
Proactively observes and gain 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
What we offer:

The salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $91,740.00 / Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our 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.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

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.

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.
Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.
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 on the basis of 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. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.