Director Design, Games

About the role

The Director of Design oversees all aspects of design and development for Spin Master's Games business. This includes managing a team of designers, collaborating with cross-functional leads, and supporting various product lines.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team of multi-disciplined designers in the creation and execution of Spin Master games business
• Key contributor in the creation of 3-year new product strategy and review and refine as needed
• Using key consumer insights to develop new products
• Partnering with Spin Master inventor relations team to evaluate toy submissions for inclusion in the GBU’s various product lines
• Selling product concepts both internally at executive internal line reviews and external customer previews
• Communicating vision for each product assigned in visual, verbal, and prototype forms
• Monitoring all new product developments to ensure key Product Development launch dates are achieved and that the team is delivering on all aspects of the development process
• Prioritizing communication and collaboration with internal departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Marketing, Graphic Design, Sales, Planning, Copy Writing
• Partnering and collaborating with both internal and external design consultants and managing the development costs with all design team members to bring each product in within agreed project budgets
• Managing the licensor product approval process
• Understanding the essence of properties/brands to develop unique and dedicated consumer goods

Requirements

Brand Design experience, advanced knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, ESKO and Acrobat, heightened creative and technical abilities including conceptual drawing, and manual illustration are a plus.

Qualifications

Experience in a similar role, advanced degree in design or related field, and a strong portfolio showcasing relevant design work.

Skills

Strong leadership and management skills, excellent communication and collaboration abilities, and a deep understanding of consumer trends and preferences.

Benefits

Spin Master offers comprehensive benefits, flexible work hours, and a supportive environment that fosters growth and innovation. The company also provides reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in New York City is $160,000 to $180,000 per annum. The salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors including years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc.

Schedule

This role is located in the NYC location and is required 4 Days per week in office.