Watch Designer

Roles and Responsibilities

• Partners with VP Design and design team to apply seasonal concept materials, color palette for collections
• Collaborates with VP Design, Design Manager and the design team to conceptualize and design watch collections that are in keeping with the brand DNAR
• Responsible for upholding Brand design integrity, high quality execution and timeliness throughout the entire creative process
• Adheres to Brand standards and upkeep
• Creates and presents designs that are innovative, fit within the line plan and are within design and cost parameters
• Develops a deep understanding of the brand DNA and is responsible for creating line extensions in accordance with the brand aesthetic
• Develops accurate spec packs under the general direction and approval of the Senior Designer or Design Manager
• Partners cross-functionally, with brand, merchandisers, product development and design team and participates in meetings with these partners
• Makes presentations of design concepts for internal partners
• Able to build and maintain a good rapport with internal & external partners and handle situations with confidence, tact, & resourcefulness

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; BFA or equivalent
• 4 - 7 years design experience; watch experience required
• Excellent sketching and free hand drawing / rendering skills
• Strong computer skills Proficiency in 2D programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, Power Point, Share Point, Publisher or equivalent) and 3D software (Rhino, Alias, and/or Solidworks)
• Knowledge of competitive consumer goods market
• Strong interest in our products
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines in fast-paced environment
• Organized, detail-oriented, thorough and results-oriented
• Creative problem solver
• High energy / Strong Work Ethic
• High degree of customer focus
• Focus on team / relationship building
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $65,000 to $80,000 per year. Base salary is determined by individualized factors such as experience and market location.

Schedule

This is a hybrid position (minimum of 3 days in office). Our office is located in Paramus, NJ.