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Jakks Pacific Inc

Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

... such as skateboards, roller skates and scooters. * Hunt for trends and consumer insights to ... Company Overview A leading designer and marketer of children's toys and consumer products, JAKKS ...

City of Shoreview

Ice Skating Instructor

Saint Paul, MN

$13.25 - $17/hr

Our program is designed to teach first-time to intermediate level skaters in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. We offer progression-based classes for skaters ranging ages 4 & up, which focus on ...

City of Shoreview, MN

Ice Skating Instructor

Shoreview, MN · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Our program is designed to teach first-time to intermediate level skaters in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. We offer progression-based classes for skaters ranging ages 4 & up, which focus on ...

Aquent

Creative Footwear Materials Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Passion for skateboarding, sneaker culture, streetwear, or youth lifestyle markets * Ability to ... Experience designing footwear materials for skateboarding, action sports, sneaker, or streetwear ...

FMC Ice Sports

Instructor - Skating

Burlington, MA

$22 - $32/hr

FMC operates 25 public ice-skating arenas across the state of Massachusetts in long-term ... It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties ...

FMC Ice Sports

Instructor - Skating

Taunton, MA

$22 - $32/hr

FMC operates 25 public ice-skating arenas across the state of Massachusetts in long-term ... It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties ...

Zumiez

Mens Apparel Designer - Denim

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$37.05 - $39.42/hr

Senior Designer FLSA Status: Non -Exempt Department: Product and Brand Services (PBS) Location: In ... On-site skate park, on-site cafeteria This is not all-inclusive and is only intended to describe ...

FMC Ice Sports

Instructor - Skating

Franklin, MA

$22 - $32/hr

FMC operates 25 public ice-skating arenas across the state of Massachusetts in long-term ... It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties ...

FMC Ice Sports

Instructor - Skating

West Roxbury, MA

$22 - $32/hr

FMC operates 25 public ice-skating arenas across the state of Massachusetts in long-term ... It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties ...

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How much do skateboard designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for skateboard designer in the United States is $83,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a Skateboard Designer?

A typical day for a Skateboard Designer involves a mix of digital design work, prototyping, and collaborating with engineers, marketers, and sometimes professional skateboarders. You may spend time sketching new concepts, developing 3D models, specifying materials, and reviewing samples from manufacturers. Frequent feedback sessions and testing rounds are part of the process to ensure optimal performance and durability. The role offers a dynamic environment where creative problem-solving and teamwork are highly valued, and every week brings new challenges and opportunities for innovation.

What is a Skateboard Designer job?

A Skateboard Designer is responsible for creating the visual and structural design of skateboards. They work on deck shapes, graphics, materials, and sometimes even wheel and truck aesthetics. This role requires a combination of artistic creativity and technical knowledge of skateboard construction. Designers may collaborate with brands, manufacturers, and skaters to develop unique and functional boards. Many use digital tools like graphic design software and CAD programs to refine their ideas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Skateboard Designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Skateboard Designer, you need a strong background in industrial design, material science, and CAD software, often supported by relevant design or engineering degrees. Proficiency with tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, SolidWorks, and 3D modeling programs is essential, and familiarity with prototyping and manufacturing processes is highly valuable. Creativity, attention to detail, and collaboration skills are standout qualities in this position. These skills ensure high-quality, innovative skateboard designs that are visually appealing, functional, and manufacturable, meeting the needs of users and the market.

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Designer

Jakks Pacific Inc

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

JAKKS Pacific, Inc., a leading designer and marketer of toys and consumer products, with a wide range of products that feature some of the most popular brands and children's toy licenses in the world, currently seeks an experienced, energetic, self-starter for the role of Designer in our Seasonal Division for our headquarters in Santa Monica, CA. As a Designer, you’ll join a creative team of passionate, like-minded people that have the ability to develop products within a broad range of categories: Play Structures, Kids Furniture, Wheeled Goods, Outdoor Activity and Action Sports. Designers are responsible for holding the creative vision for projects from concept to production.

Designers are expected to ideate and implement the design, play pattern and technical aspects of product development, while navigating the complexities of the development process in order to ensure the overall brand vision, cost and schedule requirements are met.

Responsibilities include:

  • Designing innovative, original non-licensed products.
  • Working on top-tier licensed products.
  • Creating tents, ball pits, a variety of kids furniture and room essentials, foot-to-floor ride-ons, trikes, Junior sports items and action sports items such as skateboards, roller skates and scooters.
  • Hunt for trends and consumer insights to identify new ways to play, explore design trends, pop culture and new potential licenses.
  • Concept design - Create innovative new products and play patterns through collaborative team brainstorming and exploration.
  • Design visualization– hands on creation of holistic product design through sketches, renderings, graphics, 3D models, foam core mockups, control drawings, material selection, color specifications and flow charts.
  • Work closely with 3rd party vendors (sculptors, painters, illustrators, etc.) as needed per project.
  • Definition of product features through written documents and diagrams and internal project management systems.
  • Preparation of 2D and 3D presentation materials (boards, samples, etc.) for internal and external meetings; participation in trade show set ups/tear downs.
  • Create and review instruction sheets as needed.
  • Interaction with internal departments including Executive Leadership, Costing Engineers, Creative Services, HK support team, Marketing, Licensing, Packaging and Sales.


Skills & Experience required:

  • 2-3 years design/product development experience within the consumer product or (preferably) the toy industries.
  • Degree in design: Industrial design, toy design
  • Strong Sketching, Illustration, and Rendering Skills (proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator is necessary).
  • Ability to work in 3D programs such as Rhino, Maya, Solid Works and KeyShot is a plus.
  • Flexibility, creativity, enthusiasm for, and love of the creative process.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational skills are necessary, no exception.
  • The vision and perseverance to take ideas from concept, through development and into production.
  • Self-starting, self-motivating, and self-managing; a solid team player (a must)
  • Excellent creative problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with and interest in outdoor activities/games/sports a plus.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and terminology.
  • Ability to create and manage products for licensed brands, design within the constraints of a style guide, and ensure that submissions are followed from concept through production.
  • Ability to follow and apply licensor comments and direction to products throughout the submissions process.
  • Understanding and adherence to all licensor and company guidelines concerning IP security and embargoes.


Our Benefits:

  • Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life & accident insurance and employee assistance program
  • Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs
  • Compensation: JAKKS Pacific offers a competitive salary. Compensation for this role commensurate with experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $70,304 - $75,000.


Company Overview

A leading designer and marketer of children’s toys and consumer products, JAKKS Pacific® is always on the lookout for talented, bright and creative individuals to join our ever-growing team.

Best known for our toy and entertainment products, JAKKS produces impressive and innovative products across multiple categories spanning from action figures, collectibles, and dolls, to high performance activity toys and vehicles, and let’s not forget our deep portfolios of beloved licensed characters. In other words, we work hard to make play more fun, and we believe it has paid off.

Included in Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies for four years in a row, and Forbes’ 100 Best Small Companies for three years, JAKKS is an aggressive and passionate company, with a commitment to customers and a dedication to growing our business.

Our goal is to continuously cultivate a talented and diverse workforce while providing a safe and productive work environment and an excellent career growth opportunity while working with a dynamic team who loves what they do and for a Company that ultimately makes children smile, play and succeed!


Jakks Pacific, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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