Designer

Laminating Services Inc•New Albany, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Designer/Stylist is an integral part of the creative and technical staff that drive the success of Versa Designed Surfaces. The Designer is expected to create salable wallcovering patterns and colors based on market input, trend analysis and innate design ability. Other duties include developing color palettes, approving design and color prototypes, computer aided color development, aesthetic sign-off for production tools and trials, assembly of market test displays, sample cards, trend boards, approval of production color matching, attendance at group meetings. This position may require some overnight travel.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts, Textile Design, Surface Pattern Design, or related.
2+ years of relevant design experience (including color blending) in the commercial wallcovering or adjacent industry and a demonstrated portfolio of projects
High proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and other design and color management software applications
Possesses creative abilities, an interest in surface pattern and design, and sensitivity to color and color combinations
Superior communication skills – both written and verbal
High energy and a desire to create patterns that will keep Versa at the forefront of the market. Verbal, written, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to take initiative and manage and complete multiple tasks per deadlines.
Must reside/relocate to metro Louisville, KY area

Responsibilities

Develops aesthetic and marketable wallcovering patterns/designs for manufacture and distribution in commercial markets to include original design concepts, purchased artwork and/or external design resources.
Manages communication, product development, and project timelines for assigned distribution accounts.
Designs repeatable patterns that are conducive to rotogravure, digital, and other manufacturing processes.
Develops color palettes based on sales information and color trends through CAD/Photoshop and/or AVA system.
Matches and approves color samples in both prototype and production.
Ensures production prototype standards are complete, correct and submitted in a timely manner.
Understands the manufacturing process in order to design within manufacturing parameters
Aesthetic approval of production tool engraving and trial runs.
Provides production line approvals for initial runs of new products for select designs.
Attends regular design review meetings and updates log of projects and deadlines.
Must work well as part of a design group within an open studio environment. Ability to work under deadline pressures, yet keep a positive attitude. Strong work ethic and commitment is key.
Assists on diverse range of studio and company projects .
Works as part of a design team with opportunity for greater creative latitude upon demonstration of skill set.
Travels to trade shows, or on market test trips as representative of VDS. Professional presentation and decorum expected.
Works closely with Marketing team & external Creative teams in providing creative input for select graphics, promotional/marketing materials, advertising, websites, tradeshows, etc.
Performs digital color matching and printing of assigned prototype projects.