Freelance Designer

About Buzz Bee Toys, Inc.

Founded in 2002, Buzz Bee Toys, Inc. is a dynamic toy company committed to encouraging active play and creativity among children. Originating with water and dart blasters, the company has broadened its offerings across multiple play categories. Emphasizing safety and value, Buzz Bee Toys crafts enjoyable and reliable products for families worldwide. Headquartered in both Hong Kong and the United States, the company serves a varied international market, fostering imagination and joy in young minds.

Role Overview

We are looking for a part-time, on-site Freelance Designer based in Kowloon to contribute to our product and packaging design efforts. This role involves conceptualizing and creating visual assets and toy designs in alignment with the Buzz Bee Toys brand identity and product strategy. The designer will generate ideas and sketches, develop production-ready art, and collaborate closely with product development, marketing, and sourcing teams. Coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders will ensure designs satisfy safety, budgetary, and manufacturing constraints while appealing to children and caregivers alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate innovative toy concepts, packaging designs, and visual elements consistent with brand guidelines.
• Produce detailed sketches and prepare artwork suitable for production processes.
• Work collaboratively across departments including product development, marketing, and sourcing to refine design outputs.
• Engage with suppliers and manufacturing partners to confirm compliance with safety and cost requirements.
• Manage multiple design projects while maintaining visual consistency and meeting tight deadlines.

Requirements

• Proficiency in product and graphic design, especially in concept creation, illustration, and layout tailored to toys and packaging.
• Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite or comparable design software including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Adept at transforming brand and marketing goals into clear, compelling visual narratives for children.
• Familiarity with toy manufacturing processes, materials, and basic mechanical or structural design concepts is advantageous.
• Outstanding attention to detail, with the ability to juggle various projects effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate feedback-driven collaboration across teams.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or related disciplines, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience designing toys, children’s products, or consumer goods is strongly preferred; presenting a portfolio showcasing creative, playful designs is required.