Mattel
Product Designer Dolls
Mattel, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Job Description
The Opportunity:
Mattel, Inc. is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Product Designer to join the Disney Princess product design team. The group is focused on creating new products including fashion dolls and playsets; by understanding the consumer, trends and technology that are then translated into successful product. This involves creating and communicating toy concepts in 2D and/or 3D models to design and marketing management. The ideal candidate will possess proven product design experience showing ability to work on challenging and fun girls’ products as well as ideating new concepts.
What Your Impact Will Be:
Actively generate new toy ideas to enhance the brand
Execute on both Product Designs and Graphic Designs
Design and develops for fashion dolls, playsets and / or advertised lines or segments
Builds consensus between members throughout the design process
Partner with Development Design, Engineering, Packaging, Marketing and Cost Engineering
Product integrity and marketing objectives
Daily communication with Asia partners
Successfully present and communicate their concepts to the design and marketing management and creative departments
Manage the early phases of design and product development with cross functional teams
Qualifications:Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
1-3 years of fashion doll, playset design experience (licensed brand experience is a plus)
Fashion experience helpful
Skilled in sketching and illustration
Ability to prove ideas out through sketch, breadboard or 3d model
Must be proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator and 2D computer programs
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Knowledge of 3D CAD (Alias, Rhino 3D is a plus)
Knowledge of material and manufacturing process for soft goods and plastics
Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
Ability to project manage, and multi-tasking
Ideal candidate will exhibit interest and knowledge of the current trends. Understanding of features and play patterns in the toy industry is a plus.
Portfolio demonstrating strong design excellence and superior problem solving
Personal Attributes Required: Creative, Self Motivated, Passionate about 'Play', Efficient, Proactive, Organized, Professional Maturity and the Ability to Assimilate Constructive Criticism
The annual base salary range for this position is between $52,400.00 - $92,000.00.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.
Additional Information
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
We collaborate:
Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
We innovate:
At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
We execute:
We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.
Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.
Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.
Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Videos to watch:
The Culture at Mattel
Mattel Investor Highlights
The Opportunity:
Mattel, Inc. is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Product Designer to join the Disney Princess product design team. The group is focused on creating new products including fashion dolls and playsets; by understanding the consumer, trends and technology that are then translated into successful product. This involves creating and communicating toy concepts in 2D and/or 3D models to design and marketing management. The ideal candidate will possess proven product design experience showing ability to work on challenging and fun girls’ products as well as ideating new concepts.
What Your Impact Will Be:
Actively generate new toy ideas to enhance the brand
Execute on both Product Designs and Graphic Designs
Design and develops for fashion dolls, playsets and / or advertised lines or segments
Builds consensus between members throughout the design process
Partner with Development Design, Engineering, Packaging, Marketing and Cost Engineering
Product integrity and marketing objectives
Daily communication with Asia partners
Successfully present and communicate their concepts to the design and marketing management and creative departments
Manage the early phases of design and product development with cross functional teams
Qualifications:Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
1-3 years of fashion doll, playset design experience (licensed brand experience is a plus)
Fashion experience helpful
Skilled in sketching and illustration
Ability to prove ideas out through sketch, breadboard or 3d model
Must be proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator and 2D computer programs
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Knowledge of 3D CAD (Alias, Rhino 3D is a plus)
Knowledge of material and manufacturing process for soft goods and plastics
Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
Ability to project manage, and multi-tasking
Ideal candidate will exhibit interest and knowledge of the current trends. Understanding of features and play patterns in the toy industry is a plus.
Portfolio demonstrating strong design excellence and superior problem solving
Personal Attributes Required: Creative, Self Motivated, Passionate about 'Play', Efficient, Proactive, Organized, Professional Maturity and the Ability to Assimilate Constructive Criticism
The annual base salary range for this position is between $52,400.00 - $92,000.00.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.
Additional Information
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
We collaborate:
Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
We innovate:
At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
We execute:
We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.
Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.
Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.
Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Videos to watch:
The Culture at Mattel
Mattel Investor Highlights