Industrial Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Create innovative products that embody the essence of Atari brands and their licensed partners, while addressing audience requirements.

• Partner with the Creative team to transform 3D designs into reality, taking into account visual and tactile messaging, production methods, and cost objectives.

• Evolve and refine the product design language.

• Generate various conceptual directions and develop robust solutions within project timelines.

• Prepare concepts for user validation through prototypes or renderings.

• Convey visual and physical design elements through sketches, illustrations, renderings, and 3D prototype models.

• Design manufacturable and durable products, while addressing design, engineering, material, and assembly challenges prior to production handoff.

• Assist R&D with new materials, 3D rendering, and on-site production support.

• Offer creative insights and production support to the design team.

• Collaborate across departments and with vendors to sustain project momentum and achieve milestones and deliverable deadlines.

• Provide high-quality design solutions on schedule, integrating feedback when necessary.

• Articulate design strategy and the creative process to internal stakeholders, including design and executive teams.

• Engage in design critiques and planning/conceptual meetings.

• Recognize social, industry, and technology trends that shape future products.

• Establish and adhere to design project deadlines with support from the team.

• Work closely with the Creative Team and other business units to ensure designs align with visual assets and product launch objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A compelling portfolio that showcases your creative abilities throughout the design process.

• Strong skills in sketching, concept generation, and design development, along with knowledge of design methodologies.

• Exceptional visualization capabilities (hand sketching, digital 2D and 3D rendering).

• Proficient in prototyping, mock-ups, and modeling.

• Familiarity with prototyping, materials, and manufacturing techniques in product development.

• Keen attention to detail.

• Ability to understand human factors and design trends relevant to project requirements.

• Proficient in 2D, 3D, and rendering software, including Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, Sketchbook, Keyshot, Photoshop, Illustrator, Solidworks, Cinema 4D, and Blender; knowledge of Maya is a plus but not essential.

• Understanding of manufacturing materials and processes, particularly plastic injection molding, metal die casting, and stamping.

• Familiarity with plastics, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability.

• Strong hands-on prototyping skills across various materials and methods.

• Interest in and knowledge of consumer electronics products.

• Solid understanding of pop culture trends, fandoms, and the licensing environment.

• Entrepreneurial spirit and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic.

• Excellent creative, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently, delivering results on time.

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of leading projects with minimal guidance.

• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, deadline-oriented setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Toy Design, or a related discipline.

• 5–7 years of experience as a product designer, ideally in the entertainment, licensing, creative agency, or pop culture sectors.

• 1–3 years of experience in consumer product development.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity for career growth and advancement.

• Collaborative and creative work environment.

• Access to cutting-edge tools and technology.

• Engagement in exciting projects within a dynamic industry.