Designer, Textiles, Seasonal – Pottery Barn Kids

Responsibilities

• Create new designs for textile products designs for all baby bedding and seasonal product lines (stockings, advent calendars, and other seasonal décor).
• Collaborate closely with product development, production, and sourcing teams to ensure design intent is maintained through to final product.
• Work closely with overseas merchants and vendors to develop product with key deadlines top of mind and ensuring all samples are delivered for key presentations.
• Conduct trend and material research to stay ahead in the market and suggest innovative design directions.
• Translate design briefs into market-ready textile patterns and products.
• Design and develop specs and concept boards while managing concept all the way through product approval.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in techniques and products.
• Proactively support calendar to recognize milestones and key dates.

Requirements

• This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office
• Minimum 4 years retail product design experience with a degree in Design or equivalent experience (Textiles/home/fashion).
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Comfortable with hands-on work, including physical display or showroom setup.
• Comfortable with presenting design assortment to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong eye for color, texture, and pattern.
• Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience designing (category specific product); keeping materials and pricing in mind.
• Experience in identifying and contributing trends and inspiration based on the given concept direction.
• Desire to continue to learn and adapt as processes evolve within the company.

Qualifications

• Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past works.
• (A plus) Domestic and overseas experience collaborating with factories, understanding price adjustment to reflect brand aesthetic.
• Knowledge of constructions and fit execution.

Skills

• A passion for product development, combined with a hands-on approach to physical presentation and sample setup.

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

Pay

The expected starting pay range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Schedule

Not specified