Sr Packaging Designer

Mattel • El Segundo, CA

13h • $96,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Sr Packaging Designer, you will shape the visual identity of Mattel Games brands and licensed properties by creating packaging, game content, and supporting creative assets from early concepts through final production. The work includes developing visual stories that strengthen brand identity and connect with consumers across retail and e-commerce.

You will collaborate with Marketing, Product Design, Engineering, Copywriting, Brand teams, and global development teams. The role involves presenting concepts to leadership, art directing photography and creative partners, building 3D package visualizations and physical mockups, and refining designs while balancing consumer insights, business objectives, and production requirements. The position is based in El Segundo, California, with an in-office schedule Monday through Thursday and work from home on Fridays.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in packaging, graphic, or consumer product design.
• Degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional visual design skills and a strong portfolio demonstrating packaging and brand storytelling.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experience with 3D visualization tools such as Adobe Dimension, Blender, or similar.
• Strong understanding of typography, color, composition, and consumer-focused design.
• Ability to balance creativity with production requirements and business objectives.
• Comfort presenting ideas and receiving constructive feedback in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity about trends in design, gaming, entertainment, culture, and retail.
• Passion for creating memorable consumer experiences through thoughtful design.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative packaging from concept through production for Mattel Games brands and licensed properties.
• Develop visual storytelling that strengthens brand identity and drives consumer engagement.
• Create packaging and product graphics, as well as digital assets for retail and e-commerce.
• Partner with Marketing, Product Design, Engineering, Copywriting, and Brand teams to develop cohesive creative solutions.
• Art direct illustration, retouching, and external creative partners.
• Create 3D package visualizations and physical mockups to communicate design intent.
• Collaborate with global development teams to maintain design quality from concept through production.
• Stay informed about consumer, design, entertainment, and cultural trends to inspire creative solutions.
• Present concepts and refine designs based on feedback.

Benefits

• Competitive total pay programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential
• Flexible work model: in-office Monday through Thursday and work from home on Fridays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior