AddressHeadstart is one of the largest toy companies in Australia. We supply the major retailers and we develop toys under our brands such as Ooshies, Baby Secrets and Best Furry Friends as well as under license from Hello Kitty, Marvel, DC, Disney, Good Luck Trolls, Wiggles, Sesame Street and Care Bears.
We have a unique opportunity for a skilled and innovative Graphic Designer to join our Melbourne-based Product Development team. We are seeking a motivated, smart and skilled Graphic Designer with 3+ years industry experience. Applicant will need to be proficient on a MAC and well versed with Adobe software. Reporting to Product Development Manager, the objective of this position will be to assist, execute and implement design elements that embody our growing stable of brands and in house development across the business.
Key projects will include design and development of toys & in particular packaging design.
About you:
To be successful in this role you will possess the following qualifications, experience and knowledge:
- Graphic Design skills
- Graduate with a minimum of 3 years' experience. Previous experience with toys would be deemed an advantage
- Strong understanding of print requirements and finishing services
- Highly proficient in Adobe Software (In Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
- Strong attention to detail
- Outstanding time management skills
- Ability to work to strict deadlines
Excellent proof reading and spelling skills required
Your tasks will include:
- Product concepts
- Packaging design
- Create and design layouts for print (e.g. packaging, brochures, flyers, etc)
- Take concept designs to finished art
- Advertising, POS and presentation material
So if you are motivated and keen to work in a small dynamic team environment, send us a resume that will "STANDOUT". If you are called for an interview you will be asked to show a sample of your portfolio, including your own artwork, hand sketches, illustration, story boards, finished products, etc.
If you are shortlisted you will be asked to submit design work to a brief.
