Graphic Designer - Board Games & Tabletop
Goliath · United States · 2 days ago
RemoteRemoteOTHRFull-time
About Goliath Goliath is an international manufacturer and distributor of toys and games, operating in 15 countries and reaching more than 100 countries worldwide. At the heart of our business is a belief in great products and the magic of innovation. Our mission is to bring fun to every household through teamwork, creativity, and collaboration. We are looking for a Graphic Designer with experience in board games, tabletop games, toys, or related consumer products to join our creative team. This role will work across the full game experience, from packaging and game boards to cards, components, instructions, and supporting materials. Position Summary The Graphic Designer is responsible for developing creative, high-quality artwork for Goliath's games and products. This includes packaging, game components, instruction manuals, retail displays, and other supporting graphics. This position works closely with the Art Director, Brand Management, Project Management, Product Development, and other cross-functional teams to take projects from initial concept through final production. Key Responsibilities Graphic Design & Creative Development Design artwork for game packaging, game boards, cards, components, instruction manuals, retail displays, and supporting materialsDevelop creative concepts based on game themes, target audiences, and brand directionCreate layouts with strong typography, composition, color, and visual hierarchyCreate and modify packaging dielines using existing templates and custom specificationsDevelop logos, icons, patterns, and other supporting graphics as neededStay current on trends in board games, toys, packaging, entertainment, retail, and pop culture Production & Artwork Management Prepare accurate, production-ready artwork for manufacturingPreflight, package, and organize artwork files for productionVerify imagery, product descriptions, logos, legal copy, component details, and other required elements before artwork is releasedEnsure artwork meets packaging dielines and manufacturing specificationsMaintain organized files and version control throughout the design processAssist with photo editing and image preparation as needed Collaboration & Project Management Work closely with the Art Director, Project Managers, Brand Management, Product Development, and other teams throughout the development processManage multiple projects at different stages while balancing changing priorities and deadlinesIncorporate creative and production feedback efficiently while maintaining design qualityAdapt to changing project requirements and timelines Requirements 5+ years of professional graphic design and production experience in an agency, studio, or in-house creative environmentExperience designing for board games, tabletop games, toys, game packaging, or a closely related physical consumer product categoryPortfolio demonstrating strong packaging and product-focused graphic design. Board game or tabletop work is strongly preferredAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and PhotoshopStrong understanding of layout, typography, color, and print productionExperience preparing production-ready files and prepress artworkConsumer packaging and dieline experienceStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and collaboration skillsComfortable working on a Mac platformBachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience preferred Additional experience with game boards, cards, components, rulebooks, licensed brands, illustration, logo design, 3D rendering, large-format graphics, or photo editing is a plus. Benefits 401(k) with company matchingHealth, dental, and vision insuranceLife insuranceFlexible spending and health savings accountsPaid time offThe opportunity to work in a creative, collaborative toy and game environment Please include a portfolio with your application. Candidates with board game, tabletop game, toy, or game packaging experience are strongly encouraged to highlight that work in their portfolio.