Trendy Toy Designer

IGG Canada is a premium mobile game studio located at 5 East 8th Ave. Vancouver, Canada.

With spectacular views of the downtown skyline, coastal mountains, and English Bay, our new studio is spacious, high-tech, and inspiring. IGG Canada is a division of IGG (I Got Games), a global interactive digital entertainment company that specializes in the development and operation of Mobile Games. Established in 2006, IGG was founded with the aim of becoming a leading multiplayer game publisher and developer. The company has rapidly expanded its global operations, through strategic partnerships with popular gaming platforms such as Facebook, iOS, Amazon, Google Play, Kongregate, and many others. IGG currently operates studios in China, Philippines, Singapore, the U.S., and Canada (opened in 2013).If you're passionate about creating mobile games that reach millions of players around the world and are interested in becoming an integral member of our Canadian team of superheroes, we want to hear from you!

Position: Trendy Toy Designer
Reports to: Trendy Toy Design Manager in Lead Facility
Hiring Level: Experienced 

Contract Type: Permanent with 3-month probation

Current Location: 5 East 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1R6 (fully on-site)

Hiring Processes:
1. Resume reviewing

2. Interviews
3. Offer

Key Responsibilities:

- Participate in the entire design process of trendy toys and figurines—from concept development to final design refinements. Independently deliver creative designs for original IP series, drawing insights from market trends and user preferences to craft iconic and collectible products.
- Understand different materials (e.g., PVC, resin, vinyl) and the end-to-end toy manufacturing process. Consider feasibility and cost during the design phase to ensure smooth production.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including production, marketing, and engineering to ensure color accuracy and model quality for visual excellence.
- Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Visual Communication, Product Design, Fine Arts or related fields, with 3+ years of experience in related product design.
  
• Strong foundation in illustration and sketching, excellent sense of color and aesthetics. Proficiency in 3D software (e.g., ZBrush, Cinema 4D) is a strong plus.
  
• Strong product thinking, trend sensitivity, and creativity. Familiar with the market trends of designer toys and collectibles.
  
• Familiarity with toy production processes and relevant design tools/software.
  
• Excellent communication skills and a strong sense of ownership and collaboration.
  
  

Application Process:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits after 3 months including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• 18 days of accrued paid Vacation + Sick Days.
• Reimbursement for Active Living Benefits and Training/Development fees after 3 months.
• Dependent/Child Benefits.
• Paid Holiday Closure between Christmas & New Year's week.
• Paid Bank holidays.
• RRSP matching after 1 year.
• Monthly Commuter Allowance after 3 months.
• Monthly team lunches.

Perks:

• On-site car and bike parking.
• Work hours: 10 am to 6 pm with 1 hour paid lunch.
• On-Site Foosball table, table tennis, basketball game machine & pool table.
• On-Site Gym.
• Casual Dress Code.
• Gifts for employee's children.
• Snacks and drinks provided.
• Festival Bonus/Gifts.
• Referral Bonuses.