Senior Designer, Toy & Illustration

Paramount Pictures; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

On-site and virtual engagement events

Life at Paramount

Job summary

Paramount Pictures in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Designer to lead creative direction for licensed toy products, collaborating with licensees and production teams to maintain brand integrity and stay ahead of trends.

You will review submissions, craft development drawings, and present concepts to design, marketing and executive management, driving cost-efficient manufacturing while delivering high-quality, innovative stories.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience.
• Bachelor degree in Industrial Design/Toy Design/Entertainment Design and Illustration.
• Knowledge of the toy, licensing and entertainment industry.
• Experience in Toy Manufacturing and entertainment industry.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, roto-molding) and plastic materials (polypropylene, ABS) and soft goods.
• Knowledge of manufacturing costs of a toy and cost reduction strategies.
• Knowledge of Illustrator and Photoshop; ability to do quick hand sketches.
• Creative thinking and ability to articulate vision verbally and visually.
• Problem-solving and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Exemplary communication and presentation skills.
• Decisiveness, high-energy, and a sense of humor.
• A kid at heart!

Responsibilities

• Lead creative direction with licensees and production teams.
• Maintain brand knowledge and awareness of toy industry trends.
• Review licensee submissions and provide timely feedback.
• Deliver fully developed character and product drawings when needed.
• Ensure high quality, detail, and consistency across designs.
• Present concepts to design, marketing and senior management.

Skills

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Decisiveness

Playful mindset

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor degree in Industrial Design/Toy Design/Entertainment Design and Illustration

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got thepowerto 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 Senior Designer works autonomously and works closely with our licensees and production teams, providing creative direction. They have knowledge of the brands and current trends in consumer products. They are also aware of the competitive landscape in the toy industry.

Responsibilities

Can work on all Categories of toy and affiliated products.

Actively generate new opportunities to enhance our brands

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

Maintain a consistently high level of quality, thoroughness and attention to detail

Attend licensees’ partner weekly meetings

Problem solve aesthetic and manufacturing issues, especially cost reduction solutions

Incorporate technological and innovative solutions to enhance our products

Present and communicate concepts to the design and marketing management and creative departments

Brainstorm new product concepts for existing and new Paramount properties

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

Utilizing both creative and strategic thinking around our brands

Ensure consistent character modeling and styling for all of the Paramount properties

Basic Qualifications

7+ years of experience

Bachelor degree (BA, BS) or equivalent experience in Industrial Design/Toy Design/Entertainment Design and Illustration

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

Experience in the Toy Manufacturing and entertainment industry

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

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

Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as an ability to do quick hand sketches

Ability to think creatively and conceptually and to articulate his/her vision both verbally and visually

Ability to problem-solve and work in a dynamic environment

Exemplary communication and presentation skills

Decisiveness, high-energy, and a sense of humor

A kid at heart!

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $74,400.00 - 93,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.This position is bonus eligible.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.