Senior Designer-Games and Puzzles

There are over 2,000 employees working in El Segundo, and it is their creativity and talent that enables them to design, develop, and market our innovative toys. Much like our brands, our people also need development and growth opportunities. We believe that as our employees grow professionally, so will Mattel. Our comprehensive people development program addresses training, professional development, reward, and promotion. At Mattel, we have a vision to be The World's Premier Toy Brands - Today and Tomorrow. We will achieve this vision because our people are creative and energetic, thriving on innovation and passion for the business. Mattel is committed to supporting and developing employees and their career goals with a host of meaningful advantages and opportunities, including development through our global Leadership Development Center, tuition reimbursement, on-site childcare, and a fitness and recreation center. As the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, American Girl® and Fisher-Price®, Mattel is not only one of the best places to work, it's also a lot of fun. If you're as excited about the future as we are, consider this opportunity.Mattel, Inc. is seeking a senior level Designer to join its Games and Puzzles team, the maker of award-winning games like UNO and Apples to Apples! This position is located at Mattel's world headquarters in El Segundo, California. This role requires exceptional sketching abilities and also someone with a pulse on the industry and traditional board game design experience. This individual must be a creative and innovative Designer seeking to invent new games across multiple platforms (traditional to interactive), licenses and demographics (preschool to adult) ' at the #1 Toy Company in the world! SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Designer is responsible for generating creative game concepts via 2-D sketches and complete 3-D preliminary models, including rough rules. This individual will interact with a talented group of Graphic Designers, Engineers, Copywriters and Marketing professionals on a regular basis. Responsibilities also include:' Presenting concepts to Design, Marketing and Executive Management.' Evaluating inventor projects and preparing recommendations in coordination with the Games Marketing group.' Participating in early stages of product development to insure that product can be manufactured within cost and profit targets.' Supporting ongoing product development as required by Engineering, Graphics and Copywriting. The ideal candidate will be expected to possess: ' Knowledge of the game business in regards to play patterns, materials and manufacturing processes, with an eye on marketing and demographic trends.' Ability to sketch concepts quickly and accurately for presentation and communication purposes' Competency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, plus 3D modeling programs' Understanding of electronic components and an aptitude towards understanding new technologies. ' Ability to translate the above competencies into innovative, cost-effective 3-D games.' Ability to coordinate multiple projects with Engineering, Marketing, Copy writing, Graphics, Packaging, Planning and Legal.' Willingness to manage and be managed in addition to working autonomously with a proactive approach to work. ' Must have game design experience. Board game design desired. EDUCATION REQUIREDBS, BA, or BFA required (Industrial Design or related degree preferred) with a minimum 5-7 years of related experience. Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/V/D Contact Information Company: Mattel, Inc. Reference Code: 081390