Job DescriptionThe Opportunity: The VBC Brand Designer role will support the development and execution of creative across some of the world's most iconic vehicle brands.
This is a hybrid hands-on design and art-direction role. You will contribute to concept development, execution of final assets, and collaborate closely with senior creatives, cross-functional teams, external creative agencies and vendors to bring brand storytelling and identity to life across multiple touchpoints.
What Your Impact Will Be: Creative Development & Execution- Translate brand strategy and guidelines into strong concepts and creative solutions.
- Execute creative assets across print, digital, social, retail, and experiential.
- Develop production-ready layouts with high attention to typography, composition, and detail.
- Prepare presentations including mood boards, mockups, and creative decks.
- Provide art direction and feedback to external agencies and vendors under senior creative guidance.
- Uphold a high-level of creative craft.
Collaboration & Workflow- Partner with Creative Director, Art Director, Copywriter, and Marketing teams to refine and execute ideas.
- Incorporate stakeholder feedback efficiently and professionally.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain organized files and adhere to production workflows to ensure smooth handoffs and on-time delivery.
QualificationsWhat We're Looking For:- 3+ years of experience in brand or graphic design (agency or in-house preferred).
- Strong portfolio demonstrating multi-channel brand execution.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications- Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other presentation building tools.
- Experience in print and digital design; social or experiential experience a plus.
- Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly) to support creative development.
- Strong understanding of design fundamentals, typography, and layout.
- Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset.
*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate's work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.
Additional InformationDon't meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!
How We Work:We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
- We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
- We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
