Toy Designer - Physical Games

1 - 5 years

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On-site

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a Toy Designer who can take complete ownership of physical game products—from concept ideation to production-ready finalization. The role focuses on designing toys and games made using MDF sheets and cardboard-style components, including board games, puzzles, and activity-based play products.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on designer who enjoys building, testing, iterating, and refining physical products while balancing creativity, play value, safety, and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conceptualize and design toys and physical games using MDF sheets and cardboard-based components
  • Take ownership of the entire product lifecycle: concept → prototype → playtesting → iteration → final product
  • Design game mechanics, rules, and gameplay flow for physical tabletop and board games
  • Create detailed component designs including boards, tiles, tokens, interlocking parts, and inserts
  • Build physical prototypes using MDF, cardboard, paper, and basic fabrication tools
  • Conduct playtesting to evaluate fun, durability, clarity, and user experience
  • Iterate designs based on playtest feedback, cost, and manufacturing constraints
  • Collaborate with graphic designers, product engineers, and production teams
  • Ensure products meet safety, durability, and quality standards
  • Prepare assembly instructions, rulebooks, and product documentation
  • Support vendor coordination for laser cutting, material sourcing, and finishing

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Toy Design, Industrial Design, Game Design, or related field
  • 1–5 years of experience in physical toy design, board games, or cardboard/MDF products
  • Strong understanding of physical game design and player interaction
  • Hands-on experience working with MDF sheets, cardboard, or similar materials
  • Ability to create working prototypes independently
  • Familiarity with laser cutting, basic fabrication, and assembly logic
  • Strong problem-solving, iteration, and attention to detail
  • Good documentation and communication skills

Tools & Skills (Preferred):

  • Design tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Figma
  • CAD tools (basic to intermediate): Fusion 360 / SolidWorks
  • Prototyping tools and methods
  • Experience preparing production-ready files for laser cutting

Good to Have:

  • Experience designing board games, tabletop games, or activity kits
  • Understanding of toy safety standards and child-safe design
  • Exposure to packaging design and instructions layout
  • Passion for offline, screen-free play

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

  • What's your current salary ?
  • What's your expected salary ?

Work Location: In person

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