Surface Designer

Phillip Jeffries•Fairfield, NJ

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Phillip Jeffries, we believe beautiful design begins with passion, integrity, and connection. What started in 1976 as a small family business with just ten grasscloths in a New Jersey garage has grown into a global luxury brand offering more than 1,000 wallcoverings to designers and architects around the world. Through decades of growth, our values remain the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to craftsmanship, creativity, and delivering exceptional experiences at every touchpoint. If you’re inspired by thoughtful design, creative collaboration, and seeing your work come to life in extraordinary interiors, we invite you to apply. Reporting to the Customs Design Director, this role plays an integral part in shaping custom artwork—from refining layouts and supporting client concepts to preparing designs for production. This position is ideal for a detail‑driven creative who thrives at the intersection of artistry and execution, values collaboration, and takes pride in contributing to beautifully realized custom projects.

Requirements

Ability to be onsite at 3 days per week at our Fairfield, NJ location
Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts or a related creative field
3–5 years of professional experience in a design, artwork development, or production-oriented creative role
Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with a focus on Photoshop and Illustrator for layout, artwork refinement, and production preparation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) to support documentation, tracking, and cross-functional communication
Solid foundation in painting and drawing, with an understanding of color, composition, scale, and visual storytelling

Nice To Haves

Experience using AVA CADCAM or similar design-to-production tools preferred

Responsibilities

Support the development of custom artwork files and prepare designs for production use
Adapt existing PJ designs and templates to meet client needs while adhering to brand and production standards
Prepare mural layouts and tailor artwork based on provided specifications and direction from senior team members
Identify repeat or layout inefficiencies and proactively suggest improvements to senior designers
Follow defined artwork standards to produce accurate digital files for print and installation
Maintain and update documentation, contributing examples to support team training and development
Assist in resolving layout or repeat challenges under the guidance of senior designers
Adapt artwork based on feedback, architectural elevations, or revised specifications, with review from senior staff
Ensure artwork aligns with seasonal design direction and escalate concerns to the Director of Design as needed
Prepare visual proposals and supporting materials for escalated client requests in partnership with Sales and senior design staff
Review client vision briefs and contribute design options that align with production capabilities
Support the presentation of custom concepts that balance creativity, feasibility, and client needs
Track timelines for assigned custom requests and provide updates to internal stakeholders
Share recurring client feedback or request trends with the design team
Help maintain communication templates and visual reference libraries to support Sales efforts
Prepare artwork assets or samples used for Sales education and onboarding initiatives
Enter precise data and submit production-ready files for assigned custom items
Follow established processes for item setup and flag potential delays to team leads
Review files for accuracy prior to submission and escalate issues to support teams when needed
Prepare digital files for strike-off creation and assist with color adjustments during review
Coordinate timelines with internal teams to meet established delivery dates
Participate in strike-off reviews with Manufacturing or Quality teams to ensure standards are met
Record and track key metrics related to assigned custom requests
Organize artwork and request data for reference in template development and team reviews
Summarize feedback and patterns in client demand, sharing insights with senior designers
Assist with updating team reports or dashboards in collaboration with leadership

Benefits

Competitive salary wage ranging from $65,000 to $75,000, based on your experience and technical expertise
Annual bonus opportunity to reward your performance
Cost of Living increases that honor your growth and commitment
Generous retirement plan with an automatic company contribution of approximately 10 percent with no employee match required
Comprehensive medical coverage with employee premiums as low as $40 per month
Coverage options for spouse, domestic partner, civil union partner, and family
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) to offset medical expenses
Prescription, dental, and vision coverage to support whole-person wellness
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Employee Assistance Program that supports your mental, financial, and physical well-being
Pet insurance for your four-legged companions
16 paid personal days each year to relax, recharge, or travel
Paid holidays including New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve
Additional paid time off during our annual company closure between Christmas and New Year’s
Earn extra paid time off by completing your annual wellness physical
Up to three paid days each year to give back through volunteer work
Structured onboarding with clear 30, 60, and 90-day milestones and continued training for long-term success
Exclusive employee discount on Phillip Jeffries wallcoverings to elevate your home
Access to Working Advantage with discounts on travel, entertainment, and everyday purchases