Designer

NATCO Products Corp•West Warwick, RI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our team and be a part of the Natco family. As a fourth-generation family-run business, Natco Home is one of the largest and most respected privately owned home furnishings companies in North America. At Natco, surpassing our customers’ expectations in quality, service, and value is over a 100-year tradition. A commitment to innovation is woven into our future. An inspired career path awaits. Come see for yourself, there is no place like Natco Home. Natco is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Designer to join our Floor Coverings team. This is a hybrid position based out of our West Warwick, RI corporate headquarters. The Designer will be responsible for assisting in the design and development of printed and woven rugs, as well as seasonal doormats and accent rugs, under the guidance of the Design Director. This role will be relied upon to effectively collaborate with the sales and product development teams and assist with managing the product design development process with our global network of suppliers in a fast-paced environment with shifting deadlines and priorities. This artistically driven position requires a creative and highly detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects effectively, and a passion for rugs and interior design.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design or related discipline
A minimum of 1-3 years of industry experience required
Highly proficient/expert level in Photoshop and Illustrator
Working knowledge of AI tools in Textile Design
Experience using Microsoft Office programs
Ability to work effectively across both PC and Mac platforms

Nice To Haves

A background in rugs and working with or for retailers is preferred
Ned Graphics/Texcelle experience is preferred
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Solid digital design skills with a keen eye for color, composition, pattern, and scale
Strong awareness of current design trends
Ability to take direction and work collaboratively within a team environment
Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and team projects to meet tight deadlines
Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Adaptable, reliable, and self-motivated to work independently
Demonstrates enthusiasm, flexibility, and a genuine desire to learn

Responsibilities

Create, manipulate, and color artwork for printed, woven, and seasonally driven rug applications
Work with purchased/licensed artwork as well as existing artwork from the Natco Design Library
Create customer presentations and revise designs as requested by customers
Generate design ideas based on key trends and customer requests
Assist the Design Director in putting together color and trend presentations for both customers and internal product development needs
Stay informed of trends in home interior markets across multiple customer bases
Create production files and spec sheets for factories
Travel to relevant stores and design shows to research new and relevant trends
Assist with other team projects or tasks assigned by the Design Director