Designer - Hardlines

UNAVAILABLE; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Career advancement

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunity

Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance

401k with a company match

30% merchandise discount

Job summary

Join Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween as a Designer in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, specializing in innovative hardlines décor products. You'll design items such as animatronics, masks, and props, collaborating with various departments to bring creative ideas to life. A Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of experience in design are required, along with proficiency in tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Expect a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $85,000 along with comprehensive benefits including flexible work options and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of related experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop hardlines décor products including animatronics and masks.
• Create illustrations and clear direction for overseas vendors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive projects forward.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

3D software (ZBrush, Rhino)

Strong drawing skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fine Arts, or Costume Design

Job description

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always‑integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

The Designer will play a key role in creating innovative products across the Hardlines Décor category.

• Design and develop hardlines décor products, including animatronics, masks, props, weapons, and Halloween home décor—from concept through final artwork.
• Create illustrations, specs, renderings, and clear direction for overseas vendors and licensors to ensure accurate product execution.
• Prepare compelling presentation materials and upload finalized assets into internal systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Product Development, Production, and Licensing to drive projects forward.
• Maintain organized project files, reference libraries, and sample submissions for licensor approvals.
• Support and participate in conceptual development, trend exploration, and product ideation.
• Apply feedback to refine designs, enhance product quality, and elevate category storytelling.
• Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously and help ensure on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fine Arts, or Costume Design, with 5–7 years of related experience.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office; experience with 3D software (ZBrush, Rhino) is a plus.
• Strong drawing skills, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to deliver creative solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the industry.
• Passionate about Halloween and well‑versed in current pop culture trends.
• Self‑starter with strong conceptual thinking and the ability to follow direction while contributing original ideas.

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Pay Range

$75,000 - $85,000