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ABOUT US
Moose Toys exists to make kids superhappy. For this revolutionary brand happiness lies at the heart of everything we do. Known for our trailblazing toy design, development and manufacturing, and strong commitment to the future of our planet, our toys are consistently recognized with global awards and accolades.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Design Director, the Project Designer - Dolls and Girls Brands (12-month contract) provides the creative direction and sets illustrative tone for new and existing brand like Magic Mixies- Pixlings and Kindi Kids.
This role will be required to execute new and existing doll concepts, and to also brief internal and external teams on the agreed design direction, giving feedback to ensure the work meets the creative brief. Mentoring and developing internal illustration teams also required.
The main responsibilities include:
- Lead creative design vision and product development in the Dolls category while partnering closely with Design Director.
- Establish and manage all creative from brand development, art direction to establishing doll styling across segments.
- Manage all levels of complexity: from basic dolls to complex doll with features.
- Ideates from concept through to production and oversee the development with local technical designers, engineers, and manufacturing partners in Asia.
- Communicate and presents ideas clearly – ability to visually and verbally pitch concepts/product experience through story telling.
- Pitches new concepts to senior leadership and ability to take and adapt critical feedback.
- Create and direct product technical specification documents, such as model specs and colour specs for oversees manufacturing.
ABOUT YOU
- Trend focused Dolls Design Leader with experience in mass toy development in this category.
- Understands and anticipates global markets and keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends.
- Advanced illustration skills in doll and character designs.
- Ability to clearly brief and art direct vision to team of talented individuals and freelancers.
- Advanced understanding of doll manufacturing, textiles and construction constraints.
- Understanding of materials and plastic limitations and finishes and their application into product.
- Owning project independently while being able to work collaboratively with immediate and cross functional teams.
- Enjoys fast pace creative working environments, adaptable to change and open new ideas.
- Advanced skills in: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and digital illustration.
- Proficient in: Microsoft PowerPoint.
OUR CULTURE + OUR PERKS
At Moose we are Playful with a Purpose. Fun is at the heart of everything we do, but we’re also very serious about the important stuff: our people, our values and the planet.
WE’RE OFFICIALLY A GREAT PLACE TO WORK: The results are in – we’re officially certified in all regions by Great Places To Work.
WE’RE A FAMILY: Moose began as a small family company in the suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. Fast forward two decades, and we still haven’t lost that family feel that makes Moose such a unique place to work.
WE DREAM BIG: The key to success is to have a clear goal, and here’s ours: To be the most innovative toy company in the world.
WE LOVE DIVERSITY: When we say ‘All Welcome’ at Moose, we really mean it. We’re striving to create a workplace where our richly diverse people, customers and partners can thrive and feel connected. It’s a place where you can truly be yourself, and be celebrated for it too.
WE’RE ALWAYS LEARNING: If you’re serious about professional development, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re looking to push your career to the next level, or just sharpen up your skills, we’re committed to providing the learning opportunities to help accelerate your potential.
WE PRIORITISE WELLBEING: We have a whole range of policies and programs to support work/life balance and mental and physical health. Including: Hybrid work, onsite gym, subsidised PT and yoga, dog days and much more.
WE GIVE BACK IN A BIG WAY: As part of our mission to make kids Superhappy, we support a range of charities helping children in need all over the world via the Moose Happy Kids Foundation.
WE’RE SERIOUS ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY: We are looking at how we can reduce emissions across our entire business to achieve our goal of NetZero by 2040. We’ve also kicked off Project Circularity which focuses on using recycled materials, reducing plastics and promoting recyclability in our products.
WE BRING THE FUN: Working at Moose comes with loads of playful perks. Celebrations and special events, a vegetable patch, regular guest speakers, reward and recognition programs, bring your dog to work, school holiday programs for the kids and much more.
Visit www.moosetoys.com for more information on our amazing brands and people.
View our awesome video on our LinkedIn Life Page https://www.linkedin.com/company/moose-toys/life/8116859d-111c-4adb-8ca1-060abd41c007/?viewAsMember=true
ALL WELCOME
Just like the wide range and variety of brands, Moose embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or on the basis of disability. If you require any assistance to be included in our process, please contact recruitment@Moosetoys.com, quoting the job title and reference number.
HOW TO APPLY
We move quickly at Moose, so please
APPLY TODAY!
Please attach your resume and portfolio including samples of your technical specifications and doll illustrations to your application.
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Primary Location
: AU-VIC-Melbourne
Job
: Product/Industrial Design & Illustration
Employee Status
: Fixed Term
Schedule
: Full-time
Unposting Date
: 16/Aug/2023, 8:59:00 AM
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