Face Designer

About the role

The Face Designer joins Mattel’s El Segundo Face Design Team to create and refine facial artwork for toys and collectibles. Working closely with designers, engineers and global production partners, you will translate creative concepts into manufacturable, high‑quality face designs that meet brand standards and cost targets.

Key responsibilities

• Develop face designs from initial concept through production‑ready artwork.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure designs align with aesthetic direction, cost constraints and manufacturing capabilities.
• Hand‑paint faces with consistent eye shapes, sizing and color application.
• Create digital face assets and modify them for production readiness.
• Execute specialty paint techniques such as color‑change effects and glitter.
• Write precise specifications and documentation for production.
• Provide operational support throughout the product development lifecycle, addressing production questions and ensuring continuity.

Required profile

• Proven artistic ability with experience in toy or consumer product design.
• Strong technical proficiency in both digital and traditional painting methods.
• Understanding of cost impacts, manufacturability and feasibility.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting timelines.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with international partners.

Required skills

• Digital design
• Traditional painting
• Airbrushing
• Flocking
• Spec writing