Elsa L, Inc., a successful and fast paced designer and wholesaler of fashionable gift industry products (picture frames, photo albums, photo storage products and wall mirrors), is looking for an in-house designer. We offer collaborative, multi-faceted, entrepreneurial environment with significant career development opportunities.
The Designer position works directly with our CEO to design exclusive product for our customers. This exceptional opportunity requires graphic and product design skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to be prolific and deliver fresh and creative designs in a fast paced environment.
Job Responsibilities
DESIGN:
-Hands-on design and illustration including product and packaging design
-Able to expeditiously execute new concepts and designs
-Strong in typography, composition and color
-Ability to identify trends in style, color and design
PRODUCTION:
-Preparation of production ready files for Packaging and collateral
-Strong illustrator skills for technical product drawings
-Strong Illustrator and photoshop skills for Sales presentations of product and mocks
-Solid math skills for calculating measurements required for product production files
-Accurate and detailed with ability to proof own work
-Expertise in PC based platform preferred
-Photography skills a plus
COLLABORATION:
-Work closely with Art Director on product design, trend research and internal trend development
-Work closely with Product Development Team to develop designs within product cost parameters
-Work with Sales on presentations, mocks and packaging.
COMPUTER:
-Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite for PC
-Expertise in Illustrator and photoshop required
-Web Design a plus
Qualities
-Highly motivated with ability to meet tight deadlines
-Organized and detailed
-Passion for product design, trends, color and typography
-Flexible and Adaptable to changing priorities
-Enjoys working in a collaborative environment
Temporary part time to full time permanent employment opportunity.