Mattel, Inc. is hiring : Senior Graphic Designer - Hot Wheels in El Segundo Job

Overview

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys, we create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity

Mattel, Inc. is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Sr. Graphics Designer to join the Vehicle Tracks, Playsets and Licensed Entertainment product design team. Our group is focused on creating new, exciting vehicle based-toys from Hot Wheels including Die-Cast vehicles, track-sets, playsets, and accessories.

Our design team is passionate about our target consumer, kids ages 3-5 (and parents), staying on top of trends and competitor products, and ideally is into the automotive world (but not mandatory), all translating into successful Hot Wheels product. This also involves creating and effectively communicating graphic concepts in 2D and / or digital format to our team of Design, Marketing and Management. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of graphic illustration design, character design and possess excellent sketch skills with proven visual design experience in the latest graphics software and applications.

What Your Impact Will Be

• Actively generate new graphics illustration and concepts to enhance Hot Wheels Die-Cast vehicles, Tracksets, Playsets and accessories
• Character design and illustration on Hot Wheels Licensed Entertainment properties
• Help graphically design and develop product lines for Tracks and Playsets toys and / or advertised lines or segments of product
• Builds alignment and partnerships between members throughout the graphics design process
• Partner with cross functional teams including Development, Design, Engineering, Packaging and Cost Engineering to ensure product integrity and marketing objectives
• Daily communication with our Mattel Asia design and development partners alongside weekly video conferences
• Successfully present and communicate their concepts to the design, marketing and Management and other creative departments
• Manage the early phases of graphics design and development with other disciplines within the company

What We’re Looking For

• 3 to 5 years of graphic design experience
• Skilled in sketching and illustration
• Ability to prove out visual concepts through sketches, illustrations
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and 2D computer programs
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to lead and be led, take input, direction and strategically apply it back into design solutions
• Basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of 3D CAD (Alias, Rhino 3D is a plus)
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
• Ability to project manage
• Portfolio demonstrating strong design excellence and superior graphic problem solving
• Personal Attributes Required: Creative, Positive, Self-Motivated, Passionate about design, Efficient, Proactive, Organized, Professional Maturity
• Ideal candidate will exhibit interest and knowledge of the current trends. Understanding of general toy industry and automotive industry is a plus.

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is between $76,800.00 and $110,000.00. This range is indicative of projected hiring range; final salary will be determined based on location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

How We Work

• We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose by the following behaviors :
• We collaborate — being part of one team with shared values and goals. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities are our superpower.
• We innovate — we continuously seek new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. New ideas are welcomed and valued.
• We execute — we are performance-driven, focused on excellence, accountability, and ownership, empowering people to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work

We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility to optimize performance and connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company with an iconic brand portfolio, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, UNO, Masters of the Universe, and more. We offer toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences sold in collaboration with leading retailers and e-commerce companies. Since 1945, Mattel has been a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome all job seekers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or protected status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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