Manager, Design-3D CAD

We are a fashion-lifestyle brand of big dreams, colorful confidence, and inspired design. Founded on Family, Fashion and Philanthropy, we believe that our employees and customers are the heart and soul of our brand, and that giving back is the truest form of success. Fashion meets innovation in the design of our two state-of-the-art facilities based in the heart of Austin, Texas, and overflows into the design of our growing retail environment across the country.

The Design Manager forjewelryis a member of the Design Team. The Design Manager is anexempt, full-time position reporting to the Senior Design Manager. The Design Managerwillfacilitatethetimely,effective and on-brand completion of Jewelry Design collections and projects by Design team.

• The primary function of the 3D Designer is to conceptualize, model and prototype design concepts into reality, through the creation of 3D models and photorealistic imagery (both static and motion)
• Concept, design, illustrate and 3D model a high volume of jewelry styles
• Keen design eye, attention to detail and trend understanding
• Interpret conceptual direction from Design management, expounding upon concept- providing backsketches, mock-upsand other communication of ideas to gain approval for prototyping
• Maintain consistent dialogue with Design Management to ensure alignment with design intent and assortment goals during prototyping phase and throughout design process
• Provide customized training and mentorship on best practices for process, equipment and design aesthetic to internal and external stakeholders
• Create and oversee creation of highest quality prototypes using 3D design software (Rhino,Matrix Gold,T-splines, Z-Brush) and/or other hands on prototyping methods
• Create photo realistic renderings using 3D rendering software (Keyshot)
• Prepare technical drawings and file savings
• Explore traditional and non-traditional jewelry techniques as needed tocreateprototypes
• Analyze,approveor oversee edits to KS and factory produced3
  
  Dmodels to meet design intent, productionneedsand monetary goals
• Research jewelry relevant trendsand competitor product offering
• Provide innovative design thinking, creative solutions, and analytical and technical insight as needed
• Establish meetings, conduct meetings/presentations, and provide customized training

• Guide and model for direct reports how to best interpret conceptual direction from Design Management: creating virtual mock-ups/2D photorealistic renderings, 3D CAD models, technical specifications, and ultimately finished assortments
• Provide and train team on proper component breakout, construction, and methods of fabrication to meet design intent and production capabilities
• Monitor Design production process and delegation of tasks to direct reports
• Maintain consistent dialogue with Design Management to ensure alignment with design intent and assortment goals during prototyping phase and throughout design process
• Clearly communicate project status and manage priorities with leadership input to cross functional partners and pro-actively to Supervisor
• Attend and host meetings representing Design department as needed
• Oversee multiple projects and processes to ensure timeline and accurate completion of projects
• Build effective processes and improve existing workflows
• Seek and contribute to the development of new digital tools and design methods
• Oversee proper use of, maintenance, troubleshooting and arranging service of 3D printer and related software (Magics and Envisiontec-Perfactory) as needed
• Set standard of organizationandforall 2D and 3D shared files and design reference standards
• Establish best practices for design processes and implement process improvement as needed
• Visit vendors overseas and attend trade shows as needed

• Champion the Kendra Scott design aesthetic, qualityexpectationand innovative mindset
• Maintain a high level of communication and collaboration with Supervisor and members of the design team to ensure continual progress towardtimely,accurate and cohesive assortment completion
• Confer within design team and cross functional teams toestablishand assess best practices…