Position Overview
This position supports the creative development of automotive vehicle collectibles, primarily focused on die-cast vehicles and related collector products. The role places primary emphasis on product ideation and development, including identifying potential vehicle subjects, developing new releases using existing tooling assets, and contributing to the visual and physical characteristics that define each collectible release.
Many of these products are developed in collaboration with a library of well-known performance automotive brands and entertainment licenses. The position therefore requires the ability to design within established brand identities while maintaining the authenticity and detail expected by collectors.
In addition to product development responsibilities, the role includes the design and execution of packaging that communicates the authenticity and appeal of the vehicle to a knowledgeable collector audience. Packaging in this category functions as part of the overall product experience and must reflect both the vehicle’s identity and the expectations of automotive enthusiasts.
The position works closely with internal product and design teams as well as overseas manufacturing partners throughout development and production. The role may also share art direction responsibilities with other designers to help maintain visual consistency across product lines.
A strong understanding of automobiles and automotive culture is essential.
Core Responsibilities
Product Ideation & Development
- Identify and evaluate potential vehicle subjects suitable for collectible product lines
- Develop new product releases by leveraging existing tooling assets and components
- Contribute creative input on vehicle decoration schemes, historical authenticity, and collector appeal
- Recommend visual and component updates to enhance desirability, including wheels, engine details, stance, and other visible vehicle features
- Participate in shaping product concepts that balance collector authenticity, licensing considerations, production feasibility, and market demand
- Assemble and review prototypes and test shots to evaluate build quality and design execution
- Provide design input during development to ensure finished products meet visual and collector expectations
Packaging Design & Visual Development
- Develop packaging concepts, layouts, and visual systems that support the identity of automotive collectible products
- Translate product attributes, brand identities, and licensed properties into clear and effective packaging presentation
- Create production-ready packaging artwork using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Work within packaging structural constraints and existing dielines while maintaining strong visual presentation
- Review and approve print proofs, color samples, and production outputs
- Design supporting materials such as inserts, vehicle decoration graphics, and promotional assets
- Share art direction with other designers to maintain visual consistency across product lines and releases
Project Coordination
- Communicate directly with overseas manufacturing partners during development and production
- Manage multiple product and packaging projects across various stages of development
- Ensure design work meets production requirements and project timelines
- Maintain organized design files and production documentation
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
- Demonstrated ability to design within real-world production and manufacturing constraints
- Strong working knowledge of automobiles and automotive culture
- Familiarity with vehicle collectibles, particularly die-cast vehicles
- High attention to detail and production accuracy
- Practical understanding of product assembly or mechanical construction processes
- Strong communication skills and collaborative working style
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
