Otis College of Art and Design to showcase student creations at Toy Fair New York

The work of Otis College of Art and Design’s toy students will be on display at a dedicated gallery at next month’s Toy Fair New York.

The Otis Student Gallery – located in the E-Hall near the General Sessions Theatre and Member Hospitality Lounge – will feature senior projects, artwork and plush playthings, as well as resumes for anyone looking to get in contact with a recent graduate.

“At Toy Fair, we take great pride in fostering an environment where students and aspiring toy industry professionals can showcase their innovative work and forge meaningful connections,” said Kimberly Carcone, executive vice president, global market events at The Toy Association.

“We believe in the power of collaboration and are dedicated to providing a platform that nurtures the growth of these talented individuals while enriching the broader toy community.”

Jennifer Caveza, chair of toy and product design at Otis College of Art and Design, added: “We are thrilled to highlight the work of our talented students from Otis Toy Design. After all, these emerging designers are our future, so it’s wonderful to introduce them to our industry during Toy Fair.”

Toy Fair New York will take place September 30th to October 3rd in New York City. Attendee registration is now open.

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