High School
Take as many art classes that are offered as possible, including illustration, sculpture, crafts, and graphic design. Classes in computers, English, math, and business are recommended also.
Postsecondary Education
Most entry-level toy and game design jobs require a bachelor's degree, which may be in art, graphic design, industrial design, or other art-related majors. Most toy and game designers need design and illustration skills and knowledge of design software, computer-aided design and drafting, and 3-D modeling. Coursework in business, industrial processes and materials, and manufacturing methods also helps toy and game designers in developing their designs. Art schools require applicants to submit examples of their artistic abilities. Courses in behavioral science, including child psychology, are also beneficial in understanding children better and the impact toys have on their development.
- Computer and Video Game Designers
- Doll Designers and Makers
- Graphic Designers
- Industrial Designers
- Marketing Managers
- Multimedia Artists and Animators
- Multimedia Sound Workers
- Product Development Directors
- Product Management Directors
- Product Managers
- Sporting Goods Production Workers
- Toy Industry Workers
- Video Game Art Directors
- Video Game Producers
- Video Game Testers