Toy Designer - Physical Games

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