About us
The Monster Group is made up of two fantastic businesses; Toy Monster and Monster House. Toy Monster is a global toy company with a mission to inspire, encourage and excite kids of all ages around the world. Monster House is a distributor of houseware products within Australian retailers.
With a growing portfolio of owned brands and Global licensing programs, the Monster team prides itself on being able to innovate and deliver products with a smile all over the world. Distributing to 54+ countries and supported with offices in Australia (Melbourne, head office), Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Sales teams throughout the US & Europe, Monster Group is fast becoming known as a creative hub that can deliver bucketloads of fun for kids and partners. Every Monster
Member is inspired to learn, grow and try their best at all times. Visit www.toymonster.net for more about our brilliant brands and people.
What we Offer
- A passionate and inspirational team environment
- Performance Bonus
- Option for a Hybrid work environment
- Be part of a FUN and fast paced Global Team
- Offices in Melbourne and Shanghai
- Net casual work attire, relaxed environment
- Many social activities to have fun with work colleagues
- Family culture and family vibe
- Toy industry experts in house
- EAP program
- Social Committee
About You
- Minimum of 5+ years related experience is required
- Strong understanding of print media production
- Must be willing to accept creative feedback and follow through with art direction
- Communicate and work collaboratively with team members on all progress of projects
- Communicate and direct external freelance, contractors and Shanghai design support team
- Strong knowledge of production and artwork requirements for offshore factories
- Self management of project deadlines and artwork delivery requirements
- Display a clear strong folio of previous experience, artwork and relevant toy industry or child related product packaging
- Strong understanding of complex die lines and packaging construction
- ability to create in-house mocks and prototypes of packaging
- Exceptional design and layout skills
- Strong working knowledge of package design fundamentals including typography, layout to direct eye flow and colour theory
- Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design
- Understands all elements of design: illustration, page layout, colour and typography
- Degree in graphic design or related field required
- Knowledge of the toy industry - preferred but not mandatory
- Creativity, imagination and passion are a MUST
- Highly detail-oriented
Typical tasks & responsibilities
- Develop packaging solutions showcasing the product features and functions while keeping the customers in mind Create, refine, follow style guide as needed by the brand Proactive in gathering relevant information to make the packaging exceptional such as photography, content and illustration
Maintain timeline and budget while adhering to style guide
- Able to design for print and package 3D production and lead in the creative process
- Lead the design for trade shows, retail shows, PR, etc. as requested
- Create and develop new brand logos and designs
- Work with licensor to take feedback and comments while making recommendations
- Manage several projects simultaneously Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Maintain brand identity
- Recommend and develop the optimum packaging structure for the product and brand
All applications must include a portfolio of their work or a link to their portfolio on their resume