Product Designer

Designs Direct Creative Group is a full-service, world class home décor company providing retailers of all sizes with the complete omnichannel home décor solution since 2002. Our team is made up of highly creative and energetic individuals with diverse skills and interests; and together, we have created a supportive culture that values teamwork as well as individual growth.

Job Summary:

The Product Designer will combine artistic skill and technical ability to design decorative products for the home. The designer will also create computer and hand generated artwork to be applied to those products.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Create product designs that fulfill desired project requirements and client’s unique needs
• Create image designs for product application, according to client specifications and industry trends
• Ability to maintain detailed, accurate information relative to product specifications
• Meet with clients to present and discuss product designs
• Communicate with overseas team to coordinate product sampling and pricing
• Participate in collaborative revision and approval process until final design is approved
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Superior artistic and design skills
• Advanced expertise in image editing and illustration software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator)
• Knowledge of AI design tools such as Firefly, Midjourney, or similar programs is highly desirable
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Ensure the final project addresses the client’s needs, deadlines and specifications
• Ability to accurately and consistently complete work on schedule and with minimal supervision
• Basic mathematical skills, including an understanding of fractions and ability to read ruler measurements
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and planning skills
• Ability to be flexible and able to acclimate to change

Education and Experience:

• Major or significant coursework in Graphic Design, or related disciplines, highly preferred
• Fine art skills (including but not limited to illustration, painting, etc.) would be an asset
• 1 – 5 years of experience in design field preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, 7 hours daily
• May be required to stand for 1-3 hours daily
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds periodically
• May be required to travel within a 20-mile radius periodically
• May be required to travel longer distances, with overnight stays, to attend trade shows or customer meetings, 1-8 hours each direction

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Profit sharing
• Weekly pay
• Yearly pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $70,000