Designer, Toy - Paramount : Job Details

The Designer, Toy has an extensive knowledge of all categories in toys (preschool, plush, action figures, dolls, outdoor sports, games, puzzle, dolls, etc.). Working side-by-side with our licensees, the Designer must take the various Paramount brands and develop fun, quality toys! They must have a strong design and color sense, as well as finely developed efficient solutions for product design development, production issues, and child safety concerns. The Designer, Toy reports to the VP Design, Hardlines in the Paramount Global Creative Group. Responsibilities:

• Coordinate product development of Paramount brands (all categories) to ensure fun, quality toys from licensees.
• 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
• Follow a product line through from concept to development to achieve manufacturer's development achievements
• Attend licensees' partner weekly meetings
• Problem solves aesthetic and manufacturing issues, especially cost reduction solutions
• Assist in ensuring that products are aligned with market and consumer trends
• Brainstorm new product concepts for existing and new Paramount properties
• Implement creative strategy
• 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
• Schedule production ancillary meetings with EIC when needed
• Assist in strategizing the strategic direction of established and new brands

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent experience in Industrial Design/Toy Design/Entertainment Design
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in the Toy Manufacturing industry

Additional qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding, roto-molding, etc) and plastic materials (polypropylene, ABS, etc)
• In-depth knowledge of soft goods (plush and dolls), basic knowledge of pattern making, construction (darts, slits, piping, etc) and fabrics (tricot, rickrack, velour, etc)
• Knowledge of games and sporting goods
• Knowledge/awareness of manufacturing costs of a toy and cost reduction strategies
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as an ability to do quick hand sketches
• Ability to think creatively and conceptually, articulate your vision both verbally and visually, and balance problems
• Knowledge of the toy, licensing and entertainment industry and current toy products
• Ability to work in a pressured and constantly changing environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Decisiveness, high-energy, and a sense of humor
• A kid at heart!

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) 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+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, 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: $70,000.00 - 85,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, 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. 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 and is an affirmative action employer. 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 as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.###.#### or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.