Senior Designer, Toys

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Be part of our award-winning Design Team as a Senior Designer, and drive creative impact within our Toys portfolio.ZURU is on a mission to disrupt across industries, challenge the status quo and catalyst change through radical innovation and automation advances.

This is in play in different pillars of the company : ZURU Toys are re-imagining what it means to play; ZURU Tech is shaping a better future by leading the next building revolution; ZURU Edge is pioneering new generation FMCG brands to better serve modern consumers.Founded in 2003 by EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray, ZURU has quickly grown to a team of over 5000 direct and indirect members across more than 30 international locations.One of the largest toy companies in the world, globally recognised and award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers.

Our global FMCG brands include MONDAY Haircare, Rascals, NOOD, BONKERS, Gumi Yum Surprise, and more!

ROLE IMPACTAs a highly creative and experienced Senior Designer, you will play a central role in shaping the visual identity of ZURU's toy brands.

You'll be responsible for crafting visual assets that bring product stories to life while ensuring brand consistency across all touch points.

You'll lead creative execution across photography, pitching decks, digital showroom assets, social content , and more.

Working closely with Global Marketing and other key teams, you'll translate product narratives into visually engaging work that aligns with brand strategy.What You'll DoDesign & Execution : Develop and execute brand-aligned visuals for digital (social, eComm), video (showroom assets), and retail (shelf, POS)Lead asset production from concept to delivery—including planning and art directing photoshoots, animation, and motion contentTranslate brand and product narratives into engaging, cohesive visual campaigns across formatsCreate motion assets in After Effects and Premiere Pro—such as animated content , reels, and short-form brand videosCollaborate with in-house 3D / motion team to bring creative ideas to lifeBuild brand guidelines, mood boards, and design templates that reflect each brand's tone and strategyWork cross -functionally to deliver high-impact creative that supports global campaignsBrand Development & QualityRefresh and evolve visual identities to stay trend-forward and category-relevantApply insights from toy trends, packaging, and kids' content culture into visual outputsEnsure creative output meets brand, quality, and colour standards across all formatsOversee production workflows and manage delivery of packaging and promotional materialsBrief and guide external partners including illustrators, animators, and photographersChampion visual standards and brand integrity across teamsPartner with marketing, product , and sales to align creative with business goalsParticipate in brainstorms to shape new brands, products, and campaign directionsSkills & Experience5–8+ years' experience in a similar senior design roleTertiary qualification in Graphic Design or a related fieldExpert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, InDesign, Premiere Pro) and FigmaStrong skills in layout, typography, colour theory, animation, and attention to detailCreative problem-solver with a fast, flexible workflowProven ability to manage multiple projects to tight timelinesCollaborative and self-directed, with excellent communication skillsExperience using project management tools such as Hive, Airtable, or similar platformsAdded Advantage If You HaveExperience with 3D design tools such as Cinema 4D or BlenderIllustration and storyboarding capabilitiesFamiliarity with trends in toy branding and digital-first marketingExperience managing or briefing external creative teams or is on a quest to reimagine tomorrow.

Founded in 2003, ZURU Group has rapidly grown and now spans three core divisions—ZURU Toys, ZURU Edge (consumer goods) and ZURU Tech (construction).

Known for its cutting-edge software and world-leading automation and manufacturing systems, ZURU has over 5,000 team members in over 30 global locations, making it perfectly placed to continue building its reputation as one of the fastest-growing and most disruptive companies in the world.At ZURU, we have cultivated a high-performing culture that encourages excellence.

Our team works towards ambitious goals, learning, performing, and improving together, all while having fun.

We empower talented individuals to do their best work every day.At ZURU, you get out what you put in.

You are responsible for driving your own career and we provide the platform to achieve it.

As ZURU is on such a fast growth trajectory, there are opportunities here that you won't find anywhere else.Get to know us a little better by checking out @lifeatzuru on Instagram or .

What We Offer Culture for Growth Health & Well Being Benefits Global Opportunities Surrounded by an A Player Team Competitive Remuneration Lots of fresh fruit, coffee, pals fridge and moreZURU – Reimagining tomorrow levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionDesign, Art / Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustriesManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at ZURU Toys by 2xGet notified about new Senior Designer jobs in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 4 days agoSenior Product Designer (Multiple Roles)Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 4 months agoStrategic Workshop Designer (Deloitte Greenhouse)Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 weeks agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 days agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 day agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 day agoLearning Designer / Senior Learning Designer, Auckland CBD (full time, permanent roles available)Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 weeks agoGraphic Designer / Marketing Co-ordinatorGraphic Designer - 12 Month Fixed Term ContractAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 5 days agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 5 days agoAuckland Central, Auckland, New Zealand 1 week agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 day agoGeometric or Senior Geometric Design Engineer (Auckland)Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 9 months agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 3 weeks agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way.

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