Designer
Specific Responsibilities Would Include:
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and develop preliminary design research, including competitive analysis; develop concepts, assemble presentation boards for meetings, prepare mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos
- Develop initial seasonal design category in context of larger assortment.
- Manage design schedule to ensure timely execution of product development calendar
- Support Designer(s) in creating Illustrator sketches; assist in preparation of specification sheets; prepare designs for line review; prepare line sheets and update as necessary
- Oversee product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; maintain designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives
- Research and coordinate metals and hardware
- Follow-up with internal customers and partners including technical design and production; facilitate interoffice communication
- Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers
- Lead the design team dynamic, foster collaboration with sales and production and manage up where necessary
- Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft PowerPoint
- Hand Sketching a plus
- 3d Rendering a plus (Rhino, JewelCad preferred) other systems (Matrix Gold, Matrix 9.0, ZBrush)
- Knowledge in Development Process, Design Life Cycle, Costing, Sourcing, and working with overseas vendors
- Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous, and creative
- 5-7 years related experience and/or training in jewelry design
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products and Mac computers; knowledge of CAD preferable
Salary Range: $93,000-$115,000
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