Designer, Creative Design ​/ Digital Art, Digital Media ​/ Production

Job Summary

Global Views is seeking a product designer is to produce refined, resolved designs of decorative accessories, mirrors, textiles, furniture and lighting based on direction from Sr. VP of Product Development and Creative Director. This role will see developed designs through the product development cycle and communicate directly with our global network of factories. The designer will create colorways and designs to sit harmoniously within collections.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate and coordinate product design and development from initial concept, via drawings, marked up photos, E-mails, and overnight delivery packages to agents and manufacturers.
• Obtain merchandise samples from factories and receive price quotes.
• Follow progress of product, critiquing samples and providing solutions for improving the designs.
• Examine final outcomes and approve for production or modification of merchandise.
• Analyze market trends to determine taste level for color and style of potential products and establish how the merchandise will acclimate with existing items.
• Generate additional merchandise sales by supporting Sales team concerning type of products being marketed.
• Travel to out-of-state Markets and overseas factories is required

Education, Experience, Requirements

• On-line portfolio.
• Desire to work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary role.
• Bachelors Degree in Design related field of study.
• 2 to 4 years Design related business experience
• Proficiency required in the following software capabilities:
  Adobe products, SOLIDWORKS CAD or equivalent, InDesign And Sketch Up with willingness to learn new software as needs arise.
• AI product development experience.
• Sketchbooks and Hand Drafting Tools may also be used.
• Fluent in Pantone and ARS color systems

Language, Mathematical, And / Or Reasoning Ability

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with colleagues and peers. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands feel or handle; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Requires lifting, moving and placing heavy objects in the showrooms

In the performance of the duties of this job the employee is required to communicate using telephone and e-mail. Frequent use of desktop and laptop computer systems is also required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is typically performed indoors in environmentally controlled conditions, but some work will be performed in warehouse setting which is not climate controlled.

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Job Industries

• Other