Hiring: Senior Toy Designer - Trends Company: Jazwares, LLC Location: Culver City, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-13 11:31:19 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office About the job Experience: •5+ years of product design experience in the toy industry, featuring a proven track record across both hard goods (action figures, plastics, playsets) and soft goods (plush, textiles) •1+ years of experience collaborating directly with global manufacturing vendors (Asia preferred), demonstrating a strong understanding of materials and multiple manufacturing processes Required Skills: •Lead the end-to-end product design lifecycle by generating innovative toy concepts, conducting research, executing prototypes, and leading user testing •Create compelling systems of play centered around compatibility, usability, and superior play experiences while championing high-quality designs that strictly adhere to target costs and QA/QC requirements •Collaborate cross-functionally with brand management, engineering, packaging, and licensors to ensure products perfectly fit the brand and meet strict licensor requirements •Successfully pitch, present, and communicate concepts to brand, development, and licensor teams while building consensus and driving strategic goals throughout the design process •Deliver precise product turnover specifications, review illustrative turns, sculpts, and paint masters, and meticulously document specification changes for licensor approval •Work closely with global manufacturing teams and outside vendors to proactively resolve development issues and ensure smooth transitions from concept to mass production •Perform other duties as assigned •5+ years of product design experience in the toy industry, featuring a proven track record across both hard goods (action figures, plastics, playsets) and soft goods (plush, textiles) Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Toy Design, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is a plus •Prior experience working specifically in the toy, baby, costume, or pets industry is a plus •Knowledge of 3D modeling, sculpting, and rendering software (such as ZBrush, Rhino, or Fusion 360) is a plus •This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!