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Jakks Pacific Inc

Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$70.30K - $77K/yr

Be a toy nerd! - Cool hunt for trends and consumer insights to identify new ways to play, explore ... Create and review instruction sheets as needed. * Interaction with internal departments including ...

Just Play, LLC

Sr. Forecasting Analyst

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$83.30K - $110.20K/yr

Develop and maintain demand forecasting models for a diverse toy portfolio across multiple ... Lead monthly and quarterly forecast reviews with executive stakeholders, providing clear insights ...

Just Play, LLC

Sr. Forecasting Analyst

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$83.30K - $110.20K/yr

Develop and maintain demand forecasting models for a diverse toy portfolio across multiple ... Lead monthly and quarterly forecast reviews with executive stakeholders, providing clear insights ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Team Member - Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls, IA

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your workday, you will * stop to help a neighbor select the perfect toy for a terrier that likes to chew * review and compare the ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Team Member - Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls, IA

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your workday, you will * stop to help a neighbor select the perfect toy for a terrier that likes to chew * review and compare the ...

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How much do toy reviewer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for toy reviewer in the United States is $29.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Toy Reviewer job?

A Toy Reviewer tests and evaluates toys, providing opinions on their quality, safety, and entertainment value. They may create written reviews, videos, or social media content to help parents, collectors, and children make informed purchasing decisions. Some Toy Reviewers work independently on platforms like YouTube or blogs, while others contribute to media outlets or toy companies. The job requires strong communication skills, enthusiasm for toys, and an understanding of child-friendly content.

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

To thrive as a Toy Reviewer, you need strong observational skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and a genuine interest in toys and games. Familiarity with digital content creation tools such as cameras, video editing software, and blogging platforms is often required. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to engage with audiences of varying ages set top reviewers apart. These skills are crucial for creating compelling, accurate, and trustworthy reviews that resonate with viewers and readers.

What does a typical workday look like for a Toy Reviewer?

A typical day for a Toy Reviewer often involves researching and selecting new toys to review, testing products hands-on, and documenting findings through written or video content. This may include filming unboxing videos, writing detailed blog posts, photographing products, and editing content for publication. Toy Reviewers also frequently interact with manufacturers, marketing teams, and sometimes parents or children to gather additional insights. Collaboration with editors or social media managers is common in larger organizations, while freelancers might manage all aspects independently. Staying current with industry trends and maintaining an engaging online presence are ongoing responsibilities.
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Designer

Designer

Jakks Pacific Inc

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$70.30K - $77K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Job description


JAKKS Pacific, Inc., is 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 to join our Boys Division for our headquarters in Santa Monica, CA. As a Designer, you’ll join a creative team of passionate, like-minded toy nerds. Together, this team keeps the company fresh, forward-thinking, connected and modern. Designers are responsible for holding the creative vision for a project from conception through production.


Reporting to the Sr Manager of Design, a Designer will ideate and implement the design, play pattern and technical aspects of product development, while navigating the complexities of the development process to ensure the overall brand vision, cost and schedule requirements are met.


Responsibilities include:

  • Be a toy nerd! – Cool 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, the HK support team, Marketing, 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, illustration or industrial design.
  • Strong Sketching, Illustration, and Rendering Skills (proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator is necessary).
  • The 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.
  • Works well as part of a team (an absolute MUST).
  • 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.
  • Strong organizational skills are necessary, no exception.
  • Excellent creative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work against strict deadlines and rapid changes in regard to direction and priorities.
  • Comfortable presenting product lines and speaking in groups.
  • Experience with Soft Goods and Doll Design/Development is a plus.


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-$77,000.


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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