Mid-Level Designer

Description

Job Title: Mid-Level Designer

Reporting to: Design & Development Manager, UK

Location: Guildford, UK or Hattem, The Netherlands

1-year fixed contract (with a view to extend/make permanent)

“ Are you a creative toy designer with a knack for turning big ideas into playful, detailed realities? Obsessed with the little things that make products shine, they bring order, fun, and brilliance to every design? “

A true toy lover—you don’t just play with toys; you live and breathe them (and not just LEGO!).

• 3–5 years of industry experience, with a portfolio that shows your journey from first sketch to final product.
• A problem-solver with initiative, creativity, and sharp attention to detail.
• You love to communicate through cute sketches, from quick doodles that spark a concept to polished renderings that wow the team.
• Bring your ideas to life through digital sculpting/modelling would be a big plus, we make hands on product and love prototyping.
• A hands-on creator who can sketch and build ideas into reality.
• An outgoing, energetic personality with a great sense of humour (we’re all about fun, after all!).
• A collaborative team player who listens, shares, and lift's others up.
• Experience juggling multiple projects and keeping schedules on track.
• Fluent in English, with strong communication skills.
• We make physical, actual products – Not a UI/UX.
• A design degree or equivalent is a plus, not a must have but your skills and passion matter most. Your work should speak for itself.

About you

What you'd be doing

What you can expect from us

“ Are you a creative toy designer with a knack for turning big ideas into playful, detailed realities? Obsessed with the little things that make products shine, they bring order, fun, and brilliance to every design? “

• Dream up bold, cute and inspiring new toy concepts that spark imagination.
• Brainstorm, sketch, and bring your wildest product ideas to life.
• Spot trends and uncover exciting new play opportunities.
• Shape the look, feel, and play experience of our brands and products.
• Create eye-popping visual presentations and share them with leadership.
• Lead high-energy brainstorming sessions with fellow designers.
• Test your creations with kids (the best critics in the world!).

Requirements

• Experience juggling multiple projects and keeping schedules on track.
• Fluent in English, with strong communication skills.
• We make physical, actual products – Not a UI/UX.
• A design degree or equivalent is a plus, not a must have but your skills and passion matter most. Your work should speak for itself.

Benefits

• Get hands-on with fast-paced, high-performing international toy and game brands.
• Collaborate with creative teams across the globe—our playground is worldwide.
• Enjoy the freedom to make your mark and shape the brands you work on.
• Thrive in a fun, buzzing environment alongside passionate, experienced teammates.
• Work on the most exciting, playful projects imaginable—no two days are ever the same.
• Take advantage of opportunities for international travel.
• Benefit from a competitive salary and company pension scheme