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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Toy Design and Product Development, with a strong focus on innovative concepts, manufacturing processes, and effective communication across design and marketing teams. Proficient in utilizing design software and materials knowledge to enhance product quality and cost efficiency.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Toy DesignProduct DevelopmentManufacturing ProcessesAdobe IllustratorCommunication Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Toy DesignProduct DevelopmentManufacturing ProcessesInjection MoldingRoto-MoldingPlastic MaterialsCost Reduction StrategiesQuick Hand SketchesCreative ThinkingConceptual Articulation
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingCommunicationPresentation SkillsDecisivenessHigh-Energy
Tools & Technologies
Adobe IllustratorAdobe Photoshop
Industry Keywords
Toy IndustryLicensingEntertainment DesignToy ManufacturingCurrent Toy Products
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee product development design of Paramount brands
- Work on all categories of toys and affiliated products
- Generate new opportunities to enhance Paramount brands
- Review licensee submissions and respond in a timely manner
- Provide comprehensible 3D comments to licensees and fully developed control drawings when needed
- Maintain a high level of quality, thoroughness, and attention to detail
- Attend licensees’ partner weekly meetings
- Solve aesthetic and manufacturing issues, especially cost-reduction solutions
- Incorporate technological and innovative solutions to enhance products
- Present and communicate concepts to design, marketing management, and creative departments
- Brainstorm new product concepts for existing and new Paramount properties
- Generate innovative concepts based on design management direction and present them to design, business, and executive management
- Apply creative and strategic thinking around Paramount brands
- Ensure consistent character modeling and styling across Paramount properties
- Report to the VP of Design or Associate Art Director, Toys
Requirements
What you’ll need- 7+ years of experience
- Bachelor degree (BA, BS) or equivalent experience in Industrial Design/Toy Design/Entertainment Design and Illustration
- Knowledge of the toy, licensing and entertainment industry and current toy products
- Experience in the Toy Manufacturing and entertainment industry
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes, including injection molding and roto-molding
- Knowledge of plastic materials, including polypropylene and ABS, and soft goods
- Knowledge/awareness of manufacturing costs of a toy and cost reduction strategies
- Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Ability to do quick hand sketches
- Ability to think creatively and conceptually and articulate vision verbally and visually
- Ability to problem-solve and work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Decisiveness, high-energy, and a sense of humor
- A kid at heart!
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