Senior Graphic Designer - Stickers & Graphics

Reposted Yesterday
Culver City, CA, USA
In-Office
72K-88K Annually
Senior level
Kids + Family
The Role
Lead design and execution of sticker guide artwork (character art, prints, graphic compositions) for consumer licensed products. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor junior staff, produce mood/trend boards, prep production-ready files, manage timelines, vendor communication, and maintain organized asset libraries to ensure on-brand, production-ready deliverables.
Summary Generated by Built In

As the Senior Graphic Designer for Stickers & Graphics, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design captivating Sticker Guide art, character prints, and graphic compositions for consumer products! You will assist in conceptualizing and executing attention-grabbing designs utilizing color, graphics, and typography to resonate with target markets. In this role, you will influence consumer-facing design initiatives for licensed products, support senior leadership, and act as a mentor to junior design staff. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!

What You Will Do: 

  • Support the Product Design Manager throughout the design lifecycle, from brainstorming and concept creation to prototype development and final production  

  • Develop innovative, trend-forward designs, print patterns, and graphic compositions while maintaining brand integrity and aesthetics across design collections 

  • Actively research consumer market trends to keep the Sticker Guide up-to-date, producing insightful mood boards and trend-boards that communicate design direction
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure all content is on-brand and consistent in style, quality, tone, and voice

  • Create computer mock-up designs, maintain Sticker Guide document layouts and graphic assets on Google Drive, and prep final, error-free files for production and licensing partners

  • Lead communication with outside vendors and manage strict timeline requirements to ensure development milestones are consistently met

  • Act as a mentor and trainer for junior staff while supporting senior leadership with strategic design initiatives

  • Perform other duties as assigned

    What We Are Looking For:

    • 6+ years of professional experience with a strong background in graphic design and fashion design, featuring a portfolio that showcases conceptual skills and trend-forward aesthetics 

    • Strong knowledge of fashion trends, lifestyle genre collaborations, and product development executions across apparel, accessories, beauty, stationery, footwear, and more

    • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, AI Design) and standard proficiency in Microsoft Office/G-Suite

    • Deep understanding of consumer production printing processes (including color and material limitations) and multiple manufacturing processes

    • Proven experience working with licensed brands and developing productive relationships with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors

    • Exceptional project management and communication skills with the ability to easily adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

    Nice To Have:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Art, Illustration, or a related field is a plus

    • Prior experience creating comprehensive style guides is a plus

    • Experience working in a global company is a plus

    This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  

    What We Offer  

    The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $87,850 / Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.   

    Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.    

    Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave.  Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.   

    Reasonable Accommodations     

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

    Working at Jazwares  

    At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.  

    • Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community. 
    • Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together. 
    • Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent. 

    Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!   

        JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.  

        Who We Are  

        Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.  

        Recruitment Safety   

        Please be wary of unsolicited communications from individuals or websites you are not familiar with, or any communications requesting sensitive personal data or information. All official Jazwares employment information will come from our company email ending in @jazwares.com. Jazwares will never request any monetary payments at any point during its hiring process. If you have any questions about any unsolicited communications, you can reach out to [email protected]. We look forward to you experiencing a safe and enjoyable application process at Jazwares!   

        Equal Opportunity Employer
        This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

        Skills Required

        • 6+ years of experience in graphic design or illustration
        • Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
        • Working knowledge of consumer production printing processes (color and material limitations)
        • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and G-Suite
        • Experience preparing final files for production and managing timelines/schedules
        • Strong graphic design and conceptual skills with a well-developed sense of aesthetics
        • Experience with product development executions across apparel, accessories, stationery, footwear, beauty, etc.
        • Knowledge of materials and multiple manufacturing processes
        • Knowledge of working with licensed brands
        • Proficient project management skills and ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize
        • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (visual, verbal, written)
        • Ability to lead, mentor, and train junior staff
        • Ability to research and evaluate consumer and market trends and produce mood/trend boards
        • Attention to detail, problem solving, and ability to adapt to shifting priorities
        • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fashion design, art, illustration or related field
        • Experience creating style guides
        • Experience in consumer product categories (apparel, stationery, bags, footwear, beauty)
        • Experience in a global company

        Jazwares Compensation & Benefits Highlights

        The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Jazwares and has not been reviewed or approved by Jazwares.

        • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as strong, with company-paid medical for employees and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health options. Feedback suggests this elevates perceived total compensation even when base pay varies by role.
        • Retirement Support — Retirement provisions include a 401(k) with company match alongside life, disability, and AD&D. Feedback suggests these staples are consistently valued within the overall package.
        • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs span generous PTO, paid holidays, bereavement leave, and parental leave. Feedback suggests the inclusion of parental leave and periodic office closures enhances the practical breadth of time away.

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        The Company
        HQ: Sunrise, FL
        553 Employees
        Year Founded: 1997

        What We Do

        Jazwares, a subsidiary of Alleghany Capital Corporation, is a leading global toy company, recently expanding into the costumes and pets category. Jazwares’ portfolio includes a variety of dynamic licensed and wholly owned brands. The Jazwares Game Studio further expands play opportunities for kids within the Metaverse. Jazwares celebrates 25 years of innovative play with expertise in design, development, and manufacturing. An award-winning company with a progressive focus on identifying new trends, Jazwares then transforms them into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Headquartered in Sunrise, FL, Jazwares has offices around the world and sells its products in more than 100 countries. Since its inception in 1997, Jazwares continues to grow through the development of new products and the strategic acquisitions of companies. For more information about Jazwares, please visit www.jazwares.com.

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