Designer, Toys

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Overview:

The Toy Designer has an extensive knowledge of all categories in toys (preschool, plush, action figures, dolls, outdoor sports, games, puzzle, dolls, etc.). Working side-by-side with our licensees, the Designer must take the various Paramount brands and develop fun, quality toys. He/she must have a robust design and color sense, as well as finely developed cost-effective solutions for product design development, production issues, and child safety concerns.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee product development of Paramount brands (all categories) to ensure fun, quality toys from licensees.

• Review submissions from licensees and respond in a timely manner

• Give comprehensible 3D comments to licensees and provide fully developed control drawings of characters or products when it is needed

• Follow a product line through from concept to development to achieve manufacturer’s development milestones

• Attend licensees’ partner weekly meetings

• Problem solve aesthetic and manufacturing issues, especially cost reduction solutions

• Assist in ensuring that products are consistent with market and consumer trends

• Brainstorm new product concepts for existing and new Paramount properties

• Implement creative strategy

• Generate creative, innovative concepts based on the direction given by the design management team, including presentations of concepts to the design team, business and executive management

• Schedule production ancillary meetings with EIC when needed

• Assist in strategizing the future direction of established and new brands

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) or equivalent experience in Industrial Design/Toy Design/Entertainment Design

• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in the Toy Manufacturing industry

• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, roto-molding, etc.) and plastic materials (polypropylene, ABS, etc.)

• In-depth knowledge of soft goods (plush and dolls), basic knowledge of pattern making, construction (darts, slits, piping, etc.) and fabrics (tricot, rickrack, velour, etc.)

• In-depth knowledge of games and sporting goods

• Knowledge/awareness of manufacturing costs of a toy and cost reduction strategies

• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as an ability to do quick hand sketches

• Ability to think creatively and conceptually, articulate his/her vision both verbally and visually, and problem solve

• Knowledge of the toy, licensing and entertainment industry and current toy products

• Ability to work in a pressured and constantly changing environment

• Exemplary communication and presentation skills

• Decisiveness, high-energy, and a sense of humor

• A kid at heart!