Moose Toys
Product Designer
Moose Toys, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Description
About Us
Moose Toys exists to make kids superhappy. For this revolutionary brand, happiness lies at the heart of everything we do. Known for our trailblazing toy design, development and manufacturing, and strong commitment to the future of our planet, our toys are consistently recognised with global awards and accolades.
Our Culture
At Moose we are playful with a purpose. Fun is at the heart of everything we do, but we're also very serious about the important stuff: our people, our values, and the planet:We're officially a Great Place to Work!We're a family.We dream big.We love diversity.We're always learning.We prioritise well-being.We give back in a big way.We're serious about sustainability.We bring the fun!
Visit our website or our LinkedIn Life page for more information on our amazing brands and people.
Position Title:
Product Designer
Classification:
Exempt
Position Status:
Full Time
Reports To:
Vice President, Design
Direct Reports:
None
Role Objectives:
Produce highly creative and original conceptual designs for product and graphic design applications, with a focus on licensed brands. In addition, provide technical illustrations to assist model makers in Hong Kong to produce Moose product.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in a similar role.
• Toy industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with dolls, plush, activities and collectibles required.
• Experience of working on licensed items required.
Responsibilities:
• Responsible to create concept illustrations and present new product concept ideas to Licensors, internal team and senior management;
• Communicate with Licensors regularly via email and by attending virtual team meetings throughout the product development cycle, including answering questions, providing status updates and submitting ideas using the appropriate Licensing program;
• Apply prototyping skills to create models, including model making in 2D and 3D formats;
• When required, help develop storylines, games and additional products which expand those toys into a wider product range;
• Provide basic production direction, including creating drawings to help a model maker create a 3D representation of the design; and
• Give direction to and collaborate with outside vendors and be responsible for managing their timelines and deliverables where applicable.
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Hours
8:30am - 5:30pm, Monday to Thursday
8:30am - 3:00pm, Friday
30-minute unpaid lunch break each day.
Plus, reasonable additional hours due to multiple time-zones.
Moose also provides flexible working options.
Salary Band
USD $85,000-$100,000
Physical Demands
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone and other office productivity machinery, may need to reach, stoop, kneel to access items
• Must be able to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting is required
• Frequently communicates with other employees and third-parties, must be able to speak clearly and exchange accurate information.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Work Environment
• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers and light traffic)
• Indoor business office environment with windows; light foot traffic within work areas
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All Welcome
Just like the wide range and variety of brands, Moose embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or on the basis of disability. If you require any assistance to be included in our process, please contact recruitment@moosetoys.com, quoting the job title and reference number.
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About Us
Moose Toys exists to make kids superhappy. For this revolutionary brand, happiness lies at the heart of everything we do. Known for our trailblazing toy design, development and manufacturing, and strong commitment to the future of our planet, our toys are consistently recognised with global awards and accolades.
Our Culture
At Moose we are playful with a purpose. Fun is at the heart of everything we do, but we're also very serious about the important stuff: our people, our values, and the planet:We're officially a Great Place to Work!We're a family.We dream big.We love diversity.We're always learning.We prioritise well-being.We give back in a big way.We're serious about sustainability.We bring the fun!
Visit our website or our LinkedIn Life page for more information on our amazing brands and people.
Position Title:
Product Designer
Classification:
Exempt
Position Status:
Full Time
Reports To:
Vice President, Design
Direct Reports:
None
Role Objectives:
Produce highly creative and original conceptual designs for product and graphic design applications, with a focus on licensed brands. In addition, provide technical illustrations to assist model makers in Hong Kong to produce Moose product.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in a similar role.
• Toy industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with dolls, plush, activities and collectibles required.
• Experience of working on licensed items required.
Responsibilities:
• Responsible to create concept illustrations and present new product concept ideas to Licensors, internal team and senior management;
• Communicate with Licensors regularly via email and by attending virtual team meetings throughout the product development cycle, including answering questions, providing status updates and submitting ideas using the appropriate Licensing program;
• Apply prototyping skills to create models, including model making in 2D and 3D formats;
• When required, help develop storylines, games and additional products which expand those toys into a wider product range;
• Provide basic production direction, including creating drawings to help a model maker create a 3D representation of the design; and
• Give direction to and collaborate with outside vendors and be responsible for managing their timelines and deliverables where applicable.
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Hours
8:30am - 5:30pm, Monday to Thursday
8:30am - 3:00pm, Friday
30-minute unpaid lunch break each day.
Plus, reasonable additional hours due to multiple time-zones.
Moose also provides flexible working options.
Salary Band
USD $85,000-$100,000
Physical Demands
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone and other office productivity machinery, may need to reach, stoop, kneel to access items
• Must be able to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting is required
• Frequently communicates with other employees and third-parties, must be able to speak clearly and exchange accurate information.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Work Environment
• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers and light traffic)
• Indoor business office environment with windows; light foot traffic within work areas
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All Welcome
Just like the wide range and variety of brands, Moose embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or on the basis of disability. If you require any assistance to be included in our process, please contact recruitment@moosetoys.com, quoting the job title and reference number.
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