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Role:&nbsp; 
This position will be responsible for designing and developing new products that meet Design, Marketing, and Management objectives for innovative category environments and structures utilizing a variety of materials, fabrics, and manufacturing processes. The Design Director will also provide management and development for Junior Staff. 
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Responsibilities:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Participate in business and product strategy development, including creating innovative slots and rationale for existing brand
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lead new product brainstorming
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Concept Development for existing brands and new areas of expansion.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Research and review new product categories. 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare sketch drawings of potential product ideas and concepts. 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Develop detailed drawings and or models of potential products. 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare presentations for review of product design concepts. Prepare final drawings of new products. 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Create 3-D models or illustration drawings of new products. 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Manage product design projects on a daily basis including utilizing outside consultants and vendors as needed. 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare various product description / documentation forms required by the Engineering and Production Departments for turnover of final product designs for manufacturing. 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Interface and communicate with the overseas office on all aspects of the design and development process.
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Qualifications:
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10+ years in Product Design within the preschool, hard goods or toy industry working with both girls and boys categories. &nbsp;Plastics, electronics, and/or mechanical experience are a plus.&nbsp; 
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bachelors Degree B.S.I.D or B.A.I.D
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At least 5 years successfully managing and leading people; strong track record of developing people.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong creative, artistic, and aesthetic skills and the ability to integrate these skills with functional utility to product needs.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience with CAD and a computer based design.&nbsp; Specific software experience required includes SolidWorks, Pro/E, AutoCAD, Illustrator and Photoshop. Strong 3-D and structural design competencies.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong analytical and communication skills.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and take products from initial concept through to production.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Demonstrated ability to understand the marketplace and develop product to address real opportunities&nbsp; Click <a href="http://jobtouch.net/posts/details/3"> here </a>to visit the site.

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