What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Furniture Designer, Collaborations - West Elm position at West Elm?
Job Description
About the Role
As an Associate Designer of Collaborations, you will design and develop products across all furniture categories including upholstery. We are looking for a person that enjoys the creative process of designing and would thrive working and learning about new categories and aesthetics depending on the collaborator/project. Under the direction of senior leadership, you will follow the development process for each product from sketch to approval.
Responsibilities
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
Benefits
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
The expected starting pay range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.
About Us
Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.
About the Role
As an Associate Designer of Collaborations, you will design and develop products across all furniture categories including upholstery. We are looking for a person that enjoys the creative process of designing and would thrive working and learning about new categories and aesthetics depending on the collaborator/project. Under the direction of senior leadership, you will follow the development process for each product from sketch to approval.
Responsibilities
- Translate trends and concepts into designs that respond to business needs for the relevant product category and collaboration
- Develop designs from initial concept through approval
- Pull tears and assemble concepts
- Create presentation decks
- Develop designs through sketching and 3D modeling
- Prepare product renderings
- Present to design, merchants and leadership team
- Complete product specifications and CADs
- Own the development process through daily communication with the sourcing department, vendors and agents
- Comment on product samples
- Issue product approvals
- Coordinate sample presentations and organize samples
- Are passionate about design, style, and decorating
- Love to work collaboratively in a group and have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team
- Are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead
- Think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking
- Pride yourself on the quality of work and are a stickler for the details.
- Minimum 2-3 years professional experience required.
- Degree in design or equivalent experience.
- Experience with drafting, 3D modeling, and rendering a must (Autocad, Rhino, and Keyshot)
- Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Outlook are essential.
- This role requires being onsite in the Dumbo Brooklyn office
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
Benefits
- A generous discount on all WSI brands
- A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
- Tax-free commuter benefits
- A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- Resources for self-development
- Advisor (Mentor) program
- Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
The expected starting pay range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.
About Us
Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
