Associate Art Director, Toys

Paramount

. Lead by example to inspire and encourage the toy design team .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesLead💰 $98,400 - $123,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in toy design and development, with a strong focus on creative project management, art direction, and collaboration with licensing partners. Proficient in translating 2D animation into 3D products while staying current with design trends and manufacturing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Toy DesignCreative Project ManagementPhotoshopIllustrator3D Design

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Hard Skills

Toy Product DevelopmentIdeation SketchingManufacturing Processes2D to 3D TranslationCreative Direction

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipCreativityInspiration

Tools & Technologies

PhotoshopIllustrator

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Creative Field

Industry Keywords

Entertainment ProductsEducational ToysToy DesignLicensing Partners

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead by example to inspire and encourage the toy design team
Manage creative project management and art direction of toy concepts and packaging from concept approval through production
Manage the creative product approval process for all toy partners
Determine whether product and graphic materials are aesthetically and conceptually appropriate for properties
Supervise and direct 2D and 3D designers
Oversee the performance, development, and evaluation of the creative toy team
Provide creative direction and guidance to licensees
Work with Paramount lines of business to create and execute internal toy ideas and materials
Manage and inspire designers in their day-to-day work
Seek innovative design styles that enhance and extend Paramount properties
Stay current in design trends and new technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5-7 years progressive responsibility creating toy products of entertainment or educational based properties
Proficient knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator etc., and other software that aids collaboration with licensing partners
Robust ideation sketching skills
Extraordinary creativity and feeling for toy design and development
A kid at heart sensibility
Great eye for 3D design and style with emphasis on fabrication and fit
Knowledge of common manufacturing processes for toys
Ability to envision toy lines for new brands
Capable of translating characters from 2D animation to 3D products
Experience with entertainment based licensed products
Solid written, oral and communication/presentation skills
Bachelor’s degree in a creative field or toy design preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan
Life insurance coverage
Disability benefits
Tuition assistance program
PTO
Bonus eligibility
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages
Generous paid time off
On-site and virtual engagement events
Opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community