New York, USA
Assistant designer
at West Elm
West Elm is seeking an assistant tabletop designer to join its team in Brooklyn, New York.
Who we are
Born in Brooklyn. At home in the world. West Elm has been helping customers express their personal style at home since the launch of our first catalogue in 2002. Our home base is nestled down under the Manhattan Bridge in the DUMBO neighbourhood of Brooklyn, New York, right above our flagship store. We are a dynamic, fast-paced brand with an exciting growth strategy. We value imagination, diversity and giving people the opportunity to explore, grow and shape our future. We look for innovative, smart and hard-working individuals who enjoy creative thinking and ingenuity. Help us carry out our mission of being a source of inspiration to our customers, creating a global community and tirelessly seeking ways to evolve our brand.
Overview
Design and develop tabletop and kitchen products and patterns consistent with seasonal trends and concepts, and customer/business needs. Under the leadership of the design manager, own the development process for each product from sketch to approval.
Essential functions:
- working closely with the design manager, translate trends and concepts into designs that respond to business needs for the relevant product category
- develop designs from initial concept through approval
- pull tears and assemble concepts
- create presentation boards
- develop designs through sketching and 3D modelling
- prepare product renderings
- create original dinnerware and accessory artwork and format for selected forms
- present to design, merchant and leadership teams
- complete product specifications and CADs
- own the development process through daily communication with the product development team, vendors and agents
- comment on product samples
- issue product approvals
- coordinate sample presentations and organise samples
You:
- are passionate about design, style, and decorating and seek and find inspiration constantly
- love to work collaboratively in a group, and have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team
- are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead
- think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking
- pride yourself on the quality of work and are a stickler for the details
Qualifications:
- minimum of two years’ professional experience required
- degree in design or equivalent experience
- experience with drafting, 3D modelling, rendering a must (we use AutoCAD, Rhino, and KeyShot)
- Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Outlook are essential
Benefits
We offer an extensive benefits package designed to help you grow, personally and professionally, to care for your family and to build a secure future. Depending on your position and your location, here’s a look at what you might be eligible for:
- competitive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance; tax-free spending accounts; same-sex domestic partner benefits; commuter benefits; and more
- a 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- paid vacations, holidays and other time-off programs
- a generous discount on all Williams Sonoma Inc. brands through multiple shopping channels
- cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- discounts on nearby gyms and other local businesses
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Williams-Sonoma is an equal opportunity employer.
Submit your applications using the ‘apply’ link below.