A recent interview showcased members of the Mattel WWE design team, including Steve Ozer, Bill Miekina, and Magic Olmos. Magic Olmos had a previous stint at Mattel before leading the design team for Jazwares’ AEW line. The team made appearances on two streaming shows, Figure Friday with Nick Storm and the Fig Guys show.
During the interviews, the team discussed various aspects of designing WWE action figures, including the creative process, challenges faced, and the evolution of action figure design over the years.
Some key takeaways from the interviews include:
– The importance of accuracy in capturing the likeness of WWE superstars in action figures.
– The challenges of designing figures with intricate details like tattoos.
– The collaborative effort between the design team and WWE superstars to ensure the figures are true representations.
– The excitement of introducing new features like interchangeable hands and accessories in action figures.
– The influence of fan feedback and social media on shaping future designs.
Overall, the interviews provided a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind designing WWE action figures and highlighted the passion and dedication of the Mattel WWE design team.
