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Spin Master - Senior Designer, New Brand Group

Are you a kid at heart looking to build a career with a leading global children's toy, entertainment and digital gaming company? At Spin Master, our unwavering commitment to open mindedness, integrity and innovation is a great part of what has made us an industry leader. How do we stay ahead of the pack? By hiring the best and brightest minds—and that’s why we want you! Job Description: What will you work on? The Senior Designer is responsible for Designing Toys for the New Brand Group from Sketch to CAD. The Sr. Designer will need to be innovative with a strong understanding of the consumer demographics across all Toy Categories. How will you create impact? Clearly demonstrates a solid understanding of the brands and the competitive environment as it relates to toy products and construction toy brands. Partner with Creative Management and Brand Management to set direction for new brands and individual items. Delivers innovative results that support brand strategy. Works with production team to ensure integrity of design in final deliverables. Works with project management to set priorities, schedules and assign projects. Manage the timelines of the projects assigned to you. Solicit creative direction from the Business unit Lead and Director of Design in a timely manner. Develop marketing support materials, creative boards and layout presentations for new and existing business development presentations, trade shows and new initiatives. Collaborate with Structural Engineering, Marketing, Quality Control and Product Development teams as well as overseas freelancers, as necessary, in the product development and approval process. Maintain knowledge of new technologies within your area of expertise. Follow the Oty industry News, Trends and New product launches. What are your skills and experience? Heightened creative and technical abilities including Conceptual Drawing, Sketching, CAD, Rendering and AI Design knowledge. A strong sense of design. Good understanding of Mech Design/Engineering a plus. #LI-Hybrid #LI-HM1 The anticipated pay range for candidates who will work in Ontario is $75,000 to $95,000 per annum. The offered pay to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc. Spin Master Inc. is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work only in other states. This job posting is tied to an open vacancy. What you can expect from us: Our mission is to Make Life More Fun with a vision to push the boundaries of innovation, creativity, and fun. Growth and Career Opportunities Flexible Work Hours Innovation, Collaboration and Fun Comprehensive Benefits Other fun Perks! What’s it like to work here? Spin Master is a fast-paced, hands-on organization that provides many great opportunities for impactful decision-making; though our challenging start-up atmosphere isn’t for everyone, we have a proven record of opportunities for future advancement and internal transfers for our passionate and results driven team. Everyone is welcome in our sandbox and we are committed to an accessible and inclusive hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Spin Master strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at TAinquiries@spinmaster.com or by phone at 416 364-6002 and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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Mattel - Sr. Director, Kids & Preschool Animation, TV and Digital

About the job CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers. The Opportunity: Mattel Studios is seeking a visionary and strategically-minded Sr. Director, Kids & Preschool Animation to lead creative development, production, and brand storytelling for Mattel’s animated long and short form content slate. This leader will oversee the ideation, development, and execution of kids and preschool animated programming based on Mattel’s iconic toy and entertainment brands for global streamers, broadcasters and digital platforms. The Sr. Director will co-lead the creative vision with the SVP Head of Animation, and collaborate closely with Toy Design, Franchise, and Marketing teams to ensure that storytelling both entertains global kid and preschool audiences and amplifies the reach and impact of Mattel’s toy and consumer product campaigns. What Your Impact Will Be Creative Leadership Lead the creative direction and development of all kids and preschool animated content to execute Mattel’s goal to create best in class kid and preschool entertainment first and foremost, while also magnifying brand excitement through 360 play. Collaborate with the SVP Head of Animation as a creative partner in shaping tone, style, and storytelling direction across all preschool and kids IP/toy brand related verticals (fashion dolls, vehicles, action figure play, etc.). Oversee development of both Hero Content (flagship series, specials) and Shoulder Content (shortform companion pieces) designed to sustain audience engagement. Provide clear creative feedback and guidance to Directors, Managers, and external studios through each stage of development and production. Ensure content maintains a balance between entertainment-first storytelling and brand authenticity, serving both narrative and commercial objectives. Strategic & Platform Leadership Partner with SVP Head of Animation to develop and implement a strategy that reflects global streamer, broadcaster and digital platform best practices for pacing, audience retention, and engagement, as well as commercial drivers for toy and CP. Identify opportunities to extend successful YouTube properties to streamers and broadcasters through commissions or licensing, and extend successful streamer/broadcaster series on YouTube. Maintain active relationships with YouTube Kids and global streaming partners and executives to anticipate trends and leverage promotional opportunities. Collaborate with Marketing and Franchise leadership to align content rollouts with toy and consumer product launch calendars. Work cross-functionally to develop programming that builds awareness and love for Mattel’s toy-linked brands. Team & Talent Leadership Lead and mentor a multi-tier kids and preschool creative team, including two Sr. Managers (Vehicles & Action Figures / Fashion Dolls related content) and their respective teams of Managers. Foster a culture of creative excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Recruit and nurture emerging creative talent, writers, directors, and animation partners in the kids and preschool space (shared with Sr. Managers). Operational & Financial Management Partner with the Animation team’s Supervising Producer to oversee scheduling, resource allocation, and budget adherence across all projects. Manage the vertical’s annual budget, including development, production, and vendor costs. Evaluate creative and operational performance through analytics, audience insights, and ROI measures. Provide regular progress and performance reports to the SVP Head of Animation. What We’re Looking For 12+ years of progressive experience in animation development and production, with a focus on kids and preschool content. Demonstrated success in the global streaming and broadcast space; additional experience with YouTube or digital-first animation a plus. Deep understanding of children’s entertainment audiences, developmental stages, and trends in preschool and kids media. Proven ability to translate IP and toy brands into story-driven franchises. Strong network of writers, directors, and animation studios in the kids’ content ecosystem. Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills. Strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of creativity, commerce, and audience insight. Core Competencies & Attributes Creative Visionary Combines storytelling craft with an instinct for brand-driven narratives. Collaborative Partner Works seamlessly with Toy Design, Marketing, and Franchise to integrate creative with business goals. Platform Expert Deep understanding of the global streaming, broadcast, YouTube and digital platform storytelling dynamics. Inspirational Leader Builds, mentors, and motivates creative teams. Data-Informed Storyteller Uses performance analytics and insights to iterate and improve creative strategy. Success in the First 12–18 Months Establish and execute a clear Global Streamer/YouTube kids/preschool content strategy that integrates creative and commercial goals. Launch at least two flagship (Hero) animated series or special and one sustaining (Shoulder) content pipeline aligned to major toy launches. Develop new creative formats optimized for audience growth and engagement across YouTube and Global Streamers. Strengthen collaboration across Toy Design, Marketing, Franchise, and Production functions. Position Mattel Studios as an animation leader in the kids/preschool space globally. The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! How We Work American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors We collaborate Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower. We innovate At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking. We execute We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results. Who We Are American Girl is a premium brand for girls and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ MAT, www.mattel.com ), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more. Visit us at https //jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers . Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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Hasbro - Director Belonging & Engagement

About the job At Hasbro, our mission is to entertain and connect generations of fans through the wonder of storytelling and exhilaration of play. We’re looking for adventurous and curious people who want to explore, experiment, and innovate to come up with the best ideas. Our culture has inspired our diverse team of highly skilled, highly creative, and highly committed individuals for 100 years and we believe the best is yet to come. At Hasbro, we are committed to fostering a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute fully and authentically. Inclusion, belonging, and engagement are not standalone initiatives or the responsibility of HR alone—they are foundational to how we lead, collaborate, and deliver business results. We take a continuous listening and learning approach, partnering across the organization and with our communities to evolve our culture in ways that strengthen trust, performance, and connection. This is a hybrid role and will be onsite Tuesday - Thursday and can be based in our office in Renton, WA or Boston, MA. What you will do as a Director Belonging and Engagement: Report to the VP Learning and Engagement with focus on strategic planning and execution of global inclusion, belonging and engagement strategy, experiences, programs. Define, deliver, and measure enterprise-wide, inclusion and belonging priorities, ensuring consistent execution, measurable outcomes, and sustained cultural impact across the organization that foster trust, belonging and high engagement. Engagement & Belonging Strategy and Execution Design and execute global engagement, inclusion and belonging strategy that strengthen employee connection, purpose, and commitment across regions, functions, and career stages. Lead and develop a team of subject matter experts in engagement, inclusion and belonging, providing strategic direction, coaching and prioritization. Translate employee listening insights (e.g., engagement surveys, focus groups, ERG feedback, and qualitative data) into clear priorities and action plans that drive Hasbro’s Playing to Win Strategy. Leverage workforce and external data and insights to continuously refine and elevate the global inclusion, belonging and engagement strategy. Partner with Learning and Development and Talent Management to build inclusive leadership learning and development experiences that drive inclusive thinking at all stages of the employee life cycle starting with college interns and early in careers talent. Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to build diverse talent pipelines to attract and retain varied perspectives. Lead the Global Employee Resource Group (ERG) strategy to elevate and recognize the power of our ERG’s to drive and build Hasbro’s culture. Support retention, recognition and development for ERG champions. Create and moderate safe spaces for honest and practical dialogue around inclusion and belonging. Serve as senior advisor on culture and belonging. Identify and build external community relationships in the communities where Hasbro employees live and work. Partner with the Philanthropy team to align key social impact partners and programs across our Inclusion, Belonging and Engagement priorities. What you'll bring: 8+ years of progressive leadership experience and proven operational execution in inclusion and belonging A bachelor’s degree, with a preferred focus in business, HR, or related fields, or proven experience. An established reputation as a trusted inclusion and belonging “practitioner”, influencing with finesse, business insight, and brand stewardship to drive culture. Proven experience delivering enterprise engagement and belonging outcomes through structured priorities, cross-functional execution, and data-informed decision making. A team-oriented and collaborative mind-set with a passion for action and impact. Proficient in consultative, mediation, and facilitation skills, able to adapt to the diverse needs of customers and build trust with all parties. Ability to handle complex inclusion and belonging issues with discretion, confidentiality, self-awareness, and good judgment to assist successful conflict resolution across all levels of the organization. Empathy and active listening skills. Work collaboratively, gather alternative perspectives and show compassion and understanding of different needs, fostering interdependency to achieve deliverables. Strategic, data minded capabilities to quickly interpret & communicate key insights from diversity metrics, research & reporting - with business, financial and legal acuity. Constantly curious about innovative market trends, industry news, and methodologies critical to inform strategy and improve impact. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Hasbro is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or coordinator. The base salary range for this position is $174,100.00 to $261,100.00. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package. Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes: Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Time Off to Recharge: Paid Vacation & Holidays Financial Well-being: Generous 401(k) Match Life & Family Support: Paid Parental Leave Giving Back: Volunteer & Employee Giving Programs Level Up Your Skills: Tuition Reimbursement Exclusive Perks: Product Discounts & More!

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Carve Communications - Public Relations Intern

About the job Company Description Carve Communications is a PR agency at the forefront of innovation and lifestyle, offering a wide range of PR, communications, and marketing services. With a strong focus on raising awareness, fostering engagement, and driving impactful outcomes, Carve Communications specializes in media relations, thought leadership, executive communications, and experiential strategies. Established nearly a decade ago as the agency of record for the Miami Tech community, Carve Communications has since evolved into a fully remote agency with team members across the U.S. serving B2B and B2C brands worldwide. As an agency partner... We believe in intentional, proactive execution.. We believe in delivering results and outcomes. We believe in measuring the impact of our work. We believe in experimenting where we see opportunity. We believe in the team (and we're continuing to grow). Role Description This is a full-time, remote intern-to-hire position. In this position the ideal candidate would be supporting our teams in account management, drafting press releases and pitches, engaging with media and more, all while advancing your skills and knowledge of media relations and PR. Our portfolio of clients includes: B2C/Consumer – Toys & Games, Consumer Electronics, Sports Collectibles & Memorabilia, Appliances, Smart Home, Health Tech and more B2B/Enterprise – SaaS, CMS, AI, HR, Ecommerce, Hospitality Requirements: An understanding of the public relations and media industry Previous agency experience a HUGE PLUS Must be proactive and organized Passionate about relationship building with both client partners AND the media Proven writing and communication skills Influencer experience/interest is a BONUS! Responsibilities include: Research & Writing - drafting press releases, pitch notes, etc. Media Scanning: keeping tabs on daily news for trends across client industries to fuel pitch angles Media List Building - researching relevant contacts Media Outreach - pitching and engaging the media Client Communications - creating call agendas, participating in client meetings, crafting client emails and materials Monitoring & Reporting - scanning for coverage, using our proprietary coverage scoring system, creating weekly and monthly client reports As an agency our goal is not to be the largest agency, instead we simply want to be the best agency to our partner/clients.

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Old School 1997 toy design marker renderings !

Here are some marker rendering inventor concepts from 1997. My agent at that time (Andrew Bergman) would pitch these, Who else used Chartpak markers?


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Aaron Tompkins 1 day ago Wednesday,04 March 2026 at 06:47:46

Great work dude, I remember when toys were designed with markers !

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