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Provide excellent customer service to Mattel Toy Store customers and drive store sales. Must be able to work a minimum 3 days per week including Saturday. Full time hours are available though. What ...

Provide excellent customer service to Mattel Toy Store customers and drive store sales. Must be able to work a minimum 3 days per week including Saturday. Full time hours are available though. What ...

Toy Store Associate- Seasonal

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

Provide excellent customer service to Mattel Toy Store customers and drive store sales. Must be able to work a minimum 3 days per week including Saturday. Full time hours are available though. What ...

Toy Store Retail Sales Associate

Sun Valley, ID

$14.50 - $16.75/hr

The Toy Store Retail Sales Associate will serve as a welcoming Sun Valley ambassador by creating a positive guest experience, assisting customers with product knowledge, and completing accurate sales ...

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How much do toy jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for toy in the United States is $15.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Toy Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Toy Designer, you need strong skills in industrial design, creativity, and a background in art or product design, often supported by a relevant degree. Proficiency with CAD software, 3D modeling tools, and knowledge of safety standards are typically required. Imagination, collaboration, and an understanding of child development make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure that toys are innovative, safe, and engaging for children, leading to successful products in the marketplace.

What are some common challenges faced by toy designers when developing new products?

Toy designers often face the challenge of balancing creativity with strict safety and regulatory requirements. They must ensure that their designs are both engaging and age-appropriate, while also adhering to international safety standards. Additionally, they frequently collaborate with engineers, marketers, and manufacturers to bring a concept to market, which requires strong communication and adaptability. Staying current with trends and understanding children's evolving interests are also key aspects of the role.

What are toy designers?

Toy designers are professionals who create and develop new toys for children and adults. They combine creativity, knowledge of child development, and an understanding of safety regulations to design toys that are fun, educational, and safe. Toy designers often work with materials like plastic, fabric, and electronic components, and collaborate with engineers, marketers, and manufacturers to bring their ideas to life. Their work can range from conceptual sketches to creating prototypes and overseeing production.

What is the difference between Toy vs Model Maker?

AspectToyModel Maker
Required CredentialsBasic education, sometimes specialized training in toy designTechnical or artistic training, often with a focus on model construction
Work EnvironmentManufacturing facilities, toy design studiosWorkshops, studios, or design labs
Industry UsagePrimarily in toy manufacturing and designIn model creation for various industries like film, architecture, or collectibles

While both Toy and Model Maker roles involve design and craftsmanship, Toy designers focus on creating toys for children, emphasizing safety and playability. Model Makers create detailed models for various purposes, often requiring precision and technical skills. The roles overlap in design skills but differ in end-use and industry focus.

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Infographic showing various Toy job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, and 55% Part Time. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,649 per year, or $15.2 per hour.
Associate Manager, Toy Marketing - Jurassic World Action Figures

Associate Manager, Toy Marketing - Jurassic World Action Figures

Mattel

El Segundo, CA

$35.25 - $48.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Company Description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It's our heritage and it's also our future. Because we don't just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard-when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

Job Description

The Opportunity: 
We are currently seeking an Associate Toy Marketing Manager for our Jurassic World Action Figures, Global Brand Team. 

On the Global Brand Marketing team, we oversee the global brand strategy, developing and managing the toy line, and spearheading marketing plans for regional teams to execute in market. The Associate Toy Marketing Manager will play an important role in setting global brand strategies and managing product development for regional teams to execute in market. Working alongside the Sr. Manager and cross-functional teams, the Associate Toy Marketing Manager will ensure that the brand has exceptional marketing support, creating unique and strategic products and programs within budgets that can be maximized across global retail and ecommerce. 

What Your Impact Will Be: 

  • Ensure all brand marketing projects are supported by business strategy, objectives and insights 
  • Assist in gaining buy-in to global product strategies at all levels, as well as executional commitment from internal partners to activate across key markets and lines of business 
  • Work closely with the Product Design, Packaging and Development teams to bring innovative and compelling toys to market on time and on budget backed by Consumer Insights 
  • Communicate regularly with regional teams and lines of business to ensure needs are being met 
  • Actively manage licensor partner relationship through business performance reporting, product line development updates, and other ad-hoc requests to ensure alignment 
  • Prepare for and deliver presentations that convey a strategic message to large audiences 
  • Present with confidence to drive brand strategy and products 
  • Brief and develop marketing assets by working with internal teams and external agency partners 
  • Help develop global marketing campaigns for execution at a local level 
  • Monitor key trends, brands and competitors' performance in all markets 
  • Lead global business reporting and analysis 
  • Act as point of contact for brand inquiries and dissemination of brand information and assets 
  • Take initiative to clarify ever-changing business needs and challenges, and work appropriately with team and cross-functional partners to find solutions 
Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

  • 5+ years (3 years with MBA) experience in marketing, preferably in product development 
  • Experience with company/product/marketing that is rooted in consumer trends 
  • Thorough understanding of marketing mix and KPIs 
  • Experience analyzing data and managing financials 
  • Ability to synthesize data and pull insights to create recommendations 
  • Strong skills presenting in front of large groups 
  • Highly organized, independent and detail oriented with strong follow up skills 
  • Strong time management, planning and project execution skills 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build solid collaborative relationships 
  • Passion for toy and entertainment  
     

*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 Information

Don'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.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel's award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.
Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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