Graphic designer, branding and packaging design

Role Summary

Our brand and packaging design team's mission is to create, develop and produce innovative visual communication strategies to promote and sell our products on different platforms, including packaging & marketing. Working closely with our internal and external experts, we deliver creative solutions that strengthen our brand globally. In this context, we are looking for an energetic and passionate graphic designer, creative, autonomous and able to manage several projects simultaneously, who will report to the graphic manager and work within the brand design department in collaboration with product teams, brand managers and various key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop creative and original designs for various marketing materials: product packaging, visuals for e-commerce, elements for the website and social networks, while respecting established guidelines.
• Clearly communicate visual concepts for approval.
• Collaborate with the marketing, communications and development teams to fully understand the needs and objectives of the projects.
• Provide direction and supervise external agencies as needed for the finalization of projects.
• Effectively manage deadlines and priorities, while ensuring consistent quality of execution.
• Be able to adapt to new technologies, trends and developments in the field of graphic design.

Requirements

• DEC in graphic design or equivalent training.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Mastery of the Adobe CC suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Adobe XD), as well as Microsoft Office.
• Creativity, critical thinking and the ability to transform guidelines into compelling visuals.
• Ability to adapt and open to change.
• Strong interest in marketing, design, toys and video games, as well as an understanding of emerging trends.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team spirit, dynamism, professionalism and autonomy.
• Constant desire to learn and evolve.

Benefits

Don't meet all the requirements?

At Mattel, we are deeply committed to an inclusive work environment and a culture of belonging. If you are excited about this position but your past experience does not fully match all of the qualifications listed in the description, we still encourage you to apply. You could be the ideal candidate for this position or other opportunities.

About the Company

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. This is our heritage and it is also our future. Because we don't just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences, and help children develop through play. At Mattel, we're at our best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can be their fullest selves and give their best every day. We value and share an infinite diversity of ideas and voices that evolve and expand our perspectives, with an impact that extends across all of our brands, partners and suppliers.

Located in Montreal, the Mattel Building Sets campus is a creative center dedicated to the development of Mattel Brick Shop and Mega Bloks products intended for an international audience. The campus brings together multidisciplinary teams who collaborate to support the innovation, creativity and evolution of iconic brands in the field of construction toys. Part of Mattel's global organization, the Montreal campus provides an inspiring environment where ideas thrive and teams work together to bring imaginative building experiences to life.

Our way of working

We are a company driven by a mission: to enable generations to explore the magic of childhood and reach their full potential. We embody this mission through the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being part of Mattel means being part of a single team that shares common values and collective goals. Every person counts, and working closely together always produces better results. Partnership is our method, and our collective skills are our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel, we are always looking for new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. Whatever your role in the organization, you can make a difference and have a real impact. We welcome new ideas and value initiatives that challenge traditional ways of thinking.
• We act: We are a performance-oriented company. We strive for excellence and seek top-notch results. We believe in responsibility and ownership of projects, and know that our employees perform at their best when they are autonomous and empowered to create and deliver results.

Mattel is a global leader in toys and family entertainment, and has one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchises, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular licenses owned or operated in partnership with major entertainment companies.

Our offering includes toys, content, merchandise, as well as digital and immersive experiences. Our products are marketed in collaboration with leading global retail and e-commerce players. Founded in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner that empowers generations to explore the magic of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel's award-winning company culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and many others.

Discover our opportunities at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and at www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an equal opportunity employer and encourages everyone to come to work and be their whole selves every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applications are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.