Junior Product Designer
hace 16 días
Pico Rivera
Job Description Junior Product Designer About the Role We are looking for a creative Junior Product Designer who can bring fresh product ideas to the table—not just execute designs. You will join the Anirollz & Hakongee Brand Team and work closely with our product development and design teams to develop plush toys and character-based consumer products from concept through production. This role is a great opportunity for a designer with 2–3 years of professional experience who has a strong foundation in graphic and product design, enjoys character-driven products, and is eager to learn and grow within the toy and consumer products industry. Responsibilities Product Concept & Design Development • Develop creative concepts for new Anirollz & Hakongee plush toys and character-based products., • Collaborate with the product development and design teams to brainstorm new product ideas., • Create concept sketches, rough designs, color variations, 2D artwork, and product mockups., • Translate brand direction and creative concepts into product designs., • Revise designs based on team feedback, sample reviews, and production needs. Production & Technical Design • Create professional-quality vectorized product artwork and production files for factory use., • Prepare production-ready artwork, design specifications, and visual references., • Work with the product development team to help ensure designs are practical for production., • Assist with material, fabric, color, and finish selection., • Participate in prototype and sample reviews and make design revisions as needed., • Assist in reviewing samples for consistency with approved designs, including color, materials, artwork, and overall appearance. Market & Trend Research • Research current trends in toys, plush, character merchandise, collectibles, and consumer products., • Monitor competitor products and emerging market trends., • Research new materials, design ideas, and product opportunities., • Apply relevant trends while maintaining the Anirollz & Hakongee brand identity. Project Coordination • Manage assigned design tasks and meet project deadlines., • Maintain organized project files, artwork, specifications, and design documentation., • Collaborate with teams including product development, marketing, production, and quality assurance., • Communicate design changes, project updates, and potential issues clearly., • Support the product development and QA teams throughout the sample and production process. Product Development & Manufacturing • Develop an understanding of U.S. toy and consumer product safety requirements., • Learn and consider basic manufacturing requirements when developing product designs., • Support the team in identifying and resolving design-related production issues. Qualifications • 2–3 years of professional experience in Graphic Design, Product Design, Product Development, Toy Production, or a related field., • Portfolio demonstrating strong design skills and design process. Examples may include concept sketches, product designs, mockups, final artwork, or production files., • Bachelor's degree or BFA in Graphic Design, Product Design, Toy Design, Digital Media, or a related field preferred., • Experience with product design or pre-production processes such as concept development, artwork preparation, prototyping, or sample revisions., • Experience with plush toys, soft goods, character merchandise, or consumer products is preferred but not required., • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop., • Working knowledge of Google Workspace., • Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills., • Good written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to accept feedback, make revisions, and work collaboratively with a team., • Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines with guidance from senior team members., • Interest in character brands, toys, plush, collectibles, and consumer product trends. Preferred Skills • Drawing and concept development skills., • Familiarity with plush toys or soft-goods construction., • Experience communicating design details with factories or product development teams., • Familiarity with print-ready or production-ready artwork., • Experience with ClickUp, or similar project management tools. • Basic knowledge of U.S. toy or consumer product safety requirements., • Passion for character design, toys, and collectibles. Compensation $60,000–$65,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits • 401(k) / Profit Sharing (eligible after 1 year), • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance – Eligible after 90 days of employment, • Paid time off, • 2 Paid Year-End Holidays Schedule & Location Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Pico Rivera, CA – In-office position Please submit your resume and portfolio to: hr@wslicensing.com Attn: HIRING