Graphic Designer - Board Games & Tabletop

Goliath Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

Remote US Mid-level Graphic Design

Mid-level Graphic Design role at Goliath. Remote, United States.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Design packaging, game boards, cards, components, manuals, displays, and related graphics
Build concepts around game themes, audiences, and brand direction, then refine layouts and visual systems
Create or adapt dielines, prepare manufacturing-ready files, and check artwork before release
Organize files and versions while handling image preparation and production details
Coordinate with creative, brand, project, and product teams across shifting deadlines and feedback

What you bring

At least five years of professional graphic design and production work in an agency, studio, or internal creative team
Experience with board games, tabletop products, toys, packaging, or another physical consumer product category
A portfolio showing strong packaging and product-centered design, with tabletop work preferred
Advanced Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop skills plus knowledge of print production and prepress
Strong organization, communication, collaboration, and deadline management skills, with Mac proficiency

Who this fits

You’ll suit this role if your portfolio centers on packaging and physical products, especially board games, tabletop games, toys, or game packaging. The work is remote within the United States and involves coordinating with several teams while managing changing priorities and deadlines. A bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience is preferred.

From the employer

About Goliath

Goliath is an international manufacturer and distributor of toys and games, operating in 15 countries and reaching more than 100 countries worldwide. At the heart of our business is a belief in great products and the magic of innovation. Our mission is to bring fun to every household through teamwork, creativity, and collaboration.

We are looking for a Graphic Designer with experience in board games, tabletop games, toys, or related consumer products to join our creative team. This role will work across the full game experience, from packaging and game boards to cards, components, instructions, and supporting materials.

Position Summary

The Graphic Designer is responsible for developing creative, high-quality artwork for Goliath's games and products. This includes packaging, game components, instruction manuals, retail displays, and other supporting graphics.

This position works closely with the Art Director, Brand Management, Project Management, Product Development, and other cross-functional teams to take projects from initial concept through final production.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design & Creative Development

Design artwork for game packaging, game boards, cards, components, instruction manuals, retail displays, and supporting materials.
Develop creative concepts based on game themes, target audiences, and brand direction.
Create layouts with strong typography, composition, color, and visual hierarchy.
Create and modify packaging dielines using existing templates and custom specifications.
Develop logos, icons, patterns, and other supporting graphics as needed.
Stay current on trends in board games, toys, packaging, entertainment, retail, and pop culture.

Production & Artwork Management

Prepare accurate, production-ready artwork for manufacturing.
Preflight, package, and organize artwork files for production.
Verify imagery, product descriptions, logos, legal copy, component details, and other required elements before artwork is released.
Ensure artwork meets packaging dielines and manufacturing specifications.
Maintain organized files and version control throughout the design process.
Assist with photo editing and image preparation as needed.

Collaboration & Project Management

Work closely with the Art Director, Project Managers, Brand Management, Product Development, and other teams throughout the development process.
Manage multiple projects at different stages while balancing changing priorities and deadlines.
Incorporate creative and production feedback efficiently while maintaining design quality.
Adapt to changing project requirements and timelines.

Requirements

5+ years of professional graphic design and production experience in an agency, studio, or in-house creative environment.
Experience designing for board games, tabletop games, toys, game packaging, or a closely related physical consumer product category.
Portfolio demonstrating strong packaging and product-focused graphic design. Board game or tabletop work is strongly preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
Strong understanding of layout, typography, color, and print production.
Experience preparing production-ready files and prepress artwork.
Consumer packaging and dieline experience.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Comfortable working on a Mac platform.
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Additional experience with game boards, cards, components, rulebooks, licensed brands, illustration, logo design, 3D rendering, large-format graphics, or photo editing is a plus.

Benefits

401(k) with company matching
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Paid time off
The opportunity to work in a creative, collaborative toy and game environment

Please include a portfolio with your application. Candidates with board game, tabletop game, toy, or game packaging experience are strongly encouraged to highlight that work in their portfolio.