This is not a UX/UI job - it is a product design job. Also, you must be in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Area.
Job Description:
The Product Designer will design and develop Soft Home Products. Responsible for developing trends, color, fabrications, silhouettes, for upcoming season as well a working with the China office to develop original textiles and patterns. The Product Designer also presents their products to external Customers for feedback and improvement
Job Duties: • Maintain an awareness of current market trends in Home and Apparel and incorporate this knowledge into new designs. • Coordinate with Product Managers to understand and address requirements for customers, pricing, construction processes and materials. • Engage in ongoing research and development of new inspiration and ideas utilizing relevant new finishes, colors, and fabrics, and key techniques. • Apply creativity and originality in group and individual brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas. • Create silhouette, fabric and construction specifications that are sent to factories to use for product development. Prepare art with necessary specifications of color and repeat so it can be used for fabric mass production. • Review and revise the design of factory samples to conform to specifications and cost. • Execute final artwork for presentations to the customers.
Competencies: • Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. • Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. • Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. • Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Qualification: • BA/BS or equivalent in Fashion/Apparel/Textiles • Minimum of 2 years of experience Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) • Minimum of 2 years of experience in the home industry (decorative pillows, throws, poufs etc.) • Experience with CLO or other 3D Software, not required, but a plus • Experience with taking photos and retouching photos via Photoshop • Knowledge of Textiles • Excellent design color sense. • Ability to translate market trends to product and adapt to the brand aesthetic.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to sit
Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to talk or hear
Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus