Designer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in industrial design, product design, hard goods, sporting goods, or a related field; internships and relevant academic experience may be considered.
• Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience preferred.
• Demonstrated interest and foundational knowledge in product design and development, with an understanding of materials, construction, manufacturing, and production processes.
• Creative eye and strong design sensibility, with the ability to translate consumer needs, trends, and market insights into compelling product concepts.
• Curious and driven to seek inspiration externally and laterally, bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to the design process.
• Ability to conduct consumer, market, and trend research to identify emerging opportunities and translate findings into relevant design directions.
• Experience developing and presenting trend boards, sketches, concepts, prototypes, samples, and design presentations.
• Strong understanding of the design process, from research and ideation through prototyping and refinement.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Design, Product Development, Merchandising, Marketing, and other cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently while knowing when to seek direction or support.
• A can-do, enthusiastic, and collaborative attitude, with a willingness to learn and support the broader design team across a variety of projects and tasks.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks, manage priorities and deadlines, and seek guidance when needed.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• 3D modeling/rendering knowledge is required; experience with KeyShot is a plus.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑first, high‑energy environment, with a positive, can‑do, customer‑focused attitude.

Nice To Haves

• experience with KeyShot is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support the development of innovative, functional, and commercially relevant hard-goods products from initial concept through production.
• Translate consumer insights, trends, brand direction, and business needs into compelling product concepts.
• Develop concepts through sketching, ideation, mood boards, trend boards, color/material stories, 2D artwork, and 3D visualization.
• Explore a range of creative solutions while maintaining a strong understanding of brand aesthetic, functionality, usability, and target consumer.
• Refine concepts based on feedback from Senior Designers and cross-functional partners.
• Research consumer behavior, emerging trends, competitors, materials, technologies, and product innovations to identify new opportunities.
• Stay current on trends across design, lifestyle, fashion, sport, swim, and relevant consumer-product categories.
• Conduct competitive research and contribute insights that help inform seasonal and long-term product direction.
• Look externally and laterally for inspiration, bringing fresh perspectives and ideas to the design team.
• Translate research and inspiration into visual trend presentations, mood boards, and actionable design concepts.
• Support the product-development process from concept and prototype through sample review and final product execution.
• Create and refine 3D models and renderings to communicate product form, proportion, materials, colors, and finishes.
• Participate in prototype and sample reviews, identifying opportunities to improve design, functionality, materials, construction, and overall product experience.
• Collaborate with Product Development and external vendors/manufacturers to help ensure design intent is clearly communicated and maintained.
• Develop and maintain product specifications, design documentation, and other materials required throughout the development process.
• Build an understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, construction, cost considerations, and production feasibility.
• Clearly communicate design ideas through sketches, renderings, prototypes, samples, presentations, and visual storytelling.
• Prepare and present trend boards, concept presentations, design directions, and product proposals to the design team and cross-functional partners.
• Use Adobe Creative Suite and 3D tools to create high-quality visual presentations and product concepts.
• Incorporate feedback effectively and communicate design rationale, opportunities, and recommendations.
• Help maintain clear and organized design files, presentations, samples, prototypes, and project documentation.
• Partner closely with Senior Designers, Product Development, Merchandising, Marketing, Sourcing, and other cross-functional teams throughout the product-development process.
• Build strong working relationships and communicate effectively across teams to support successful product execution.
• Manage assigned projects and deliverables while balancing multiple priorities, deadlines, and evolving business needs.
• Approach feedback with curiosity and professionalism, demonstrating the ability to listen, adapt, and translate direction into stronger design solutions.
• Support the broader design team on seasonal initiatives, special projects, and evolving creative needs.
• Contribute to a collaborative, positive and respectful design studio culture. Bring curiosity, humility, initiative, and a solutions-oriented mindset to the team.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• discretionary bonus
• hybrid working
• flexible start and finish times
• generous paid time off
• product discounts
• sample sales
• medical and healthcare support