Junior Product Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

At BMI Merchandise ®, we’re in the business of fun! And we take it pretty seriously!

BMI Merchandise, founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the amusement industry's leader in redemption merchandise and technology. 

Jr. Product/Toy Designer 

We are looking to hire a Junior Toy Designer to help us keep growing! This individual will assist in creating fun, engaging, and innovative toys by supporting the design and development process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in designing and prototyping new toy concepts.
• Create sketches, technical drawings, and production documents for product development.
• Create concept renderings, layout designs, logo designs, package designs and presentations.
• Identify emerging trends to ensure products remain relevant in the market.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and be vigilant to keep your projects moving forward to hit deadlines.
• Analyze working concepts launched by competitors of similar products to match quality and performance.
• Effectively communicate and interact with purchasing as it relates to assigned product lines.
• Produce prototypes and test functionality. 

Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in Design, Package Design, Industrial Design or equivalent degree.
• 2 years + of experience in Consumer Goods, preferably Toys and/or Novelties, and packaging.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop are required.
• Good understanding of color science and combinations.
• Passion/knowledge of current trends in general as well as trends in pop culture, toys, electronics and fashion.
• Strong knowledge of die-lines, construction, typography and layout.
• Knowledge of print production with ability to review and correct color proofs.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Skill in brainstorming and ideation with strong sketching and rendering skills.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work while maintaining quality and attention to detail.

Location : Lakewood, NJ (Required)

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Based on experience

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, a 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and life insurance.

Diversity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.