Sr Packaging Designer

Mattel • El Segundo, CA

26d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Sr Packaging Designer, you will shape the visual identity of recognizable games and entertainment brands by creating packaging, games content, and supporting creative assets from early concepts through final production. You will develop designs that connect with consumers, tell compelling brand stories, and stand out in retail and online environments. The role collaborates with Marketing, Product Design, Engineering, Copywriting, Brand teams, and global development teams, balancing creative ideas with consumer insights, business objectives, and production requirements. Work includes presenting concepts, art directing photography and creative partners, and creating 3D package visualizations and physical mockups.

The role is in-office Monday through Thursday, with work from home on Fridays. Mattel describes its culture as collaborative, innovative, performance-driven, and committed to inclusion and belonging.

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 experiences.
• 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 connected to consumer, design, entertainment, and cultural trends to inspire creative solutions.
• Present concepts and incorporate constructive feedback while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive total pay programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Resources to help employees reach their full potential
• Flexible work arrangement: in-office Monday through Thursday and work from home on Fridays

What This Job Offers

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