Sr. Plush Designer

We are one of the fastest growing toy and collectibles company, and we are looking to expand our design team by adding on an additional talented Sr. Plush Designer. To be successful in this position, you must be disciplined and self-motivated, provide excellent creative ideas in line with current trends, show significant attention to detail, and work well with a dynamic team.

This role is based in Los Angeles and is a hybrid position with three days onsite in the office.

NOTE : Candidates that do not provide a portfolio, will not be considered.

7+ years of experience in plush design, patterns, and / or related disciplines

Lead the end-to-end design process for plush toys, including concept sketches, technical drawings, prototypes, and final specifications

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across different time zones, including product development, marketing, and sourcing, to bring designs to market.

Research and apply industry trends, consumer insights, and competitive analysis to ensure designs are both innovative and commercially viable.

Oversee material selection, color, texture, and finishing to ensure quality, safety, and cost targets are met.

Mentor and guide junior designers, providing creative direction and feedback.

Partner with overseas vendors and factories to refine samples and resolve design or production challenges.

Maintain a strong knowledge of toy safety regulations and compliance requirements.

Experience communicating with overseas factories for product development

Strong visual, analytical, and creative eye / aesthetic

Extremely organized, particularly with digital file and record-keeping

Plush and fashion dolls design from concept to product creation

Photography for submission sheets, commentary, overlays for factories and partners

Communicate with partners and brand owners surrounding design and development

Manage product development timelines, milestones, and deliverable dates

Daily communication with internal and external teams regarding product development and project management statuses

Assist in designing packaging, including graphic layout, and basic die-line construction

Maintain the visual aesthetics of internal and external brands

Other hands-on design duties as may be required to create and produce products

Full-time workload (minimum 40 hours per week)

Must be a good fit for our company's culture and work environment

Compensation commensurate with skill and experience

Starting at $90k+