Design Studio Associate

About the role

KREWE is an independent, high-fashion eyewear brand rooted in the vibrant culture and boundless creativity of New Orleans. Founded in 2013, KREWE has grown into a dynamic brand celebrated for its distinctive, handcrafted sun and optical frames that reflect a deep commitment to quality, individuality, and design. In 2022, KREWE opened its NYC headquarters in the heart of the Meatpacking District, bringing New Orleans' culture, creativity, and energy to one of the world's most iconic design capitals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the organization of the KREWE Studio in New Orleans and its creative counterpart in NYC, including boards, kits, materials, and inspiration, both physical and digital.
• In collaboration with the Senior Product Designer, confirm delivery of revised technical drawings (CADs), ensuring specifications are met with accuracy and on time.
• Advanced preparation of relevant samples and materials for fit presentations and Design meetings.
• Comfortable with trying on frames and documenting fit through modeling of the product during the design and decision process.
• Input and maintain shared Design Structure Sample and Color Sample tracker boards daily in Monday.com.
• Audit and maintain design libraries in the studio and online (CADs).
• Receive samples and prototypes from manufacturers, checking SKU accuracy against order documentation; communicate receipt and address any discrepancies with the manufacturer.
• Support with technical inspection of all eyewear samples and finished goods to ensure all technical and brand specifications are met.
• Support the build of seasonal tech packs.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in product, project management, or operations role.
• Experience with Adobe suite preferred.
• Taste and a keen eye are differentiators.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and drive.
• Highly organized and proactive in creating and maintaining processes and systems.
• Result-driven, detail-oriented individual, able to work independently in a high-performance environment.
• Focus on delivering individual goals that align with overall company objectives.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wage.
• Group health plans: health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Welfare benefits: life, AD&D, supplemental voluntary coverage.
• FSA Plan & HSA Program.
• 401(k) Investment Options.
• Adoption Assistance, EAP, Commuter Benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Quarterly Cultural Spend.
• Ongoing Training and Development, an Educational Allowance.
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off accrual.
• KREWE employee quarterly frame allowance (of course!)

Diversity and Inclusion

KREWE believes in providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without discrimination or retaliation because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law.