Junior Product Designer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Junior Product DesignerWixams, BedfordFull time, permanent
ABOUT THE ROLE
Working as part of a small team, the role is focused on providing designs and ensuring samples are representative of the university criteria. The role is office based and is an entry level role, but some previous work experience within product design would be required.
The purpose of the role is to work on gown and hood designs for Universities, not just in the UK, but globally. The role requires the individual to take the guidance and complete the design to the specification whilst working within the Supply Chain team, recognising the demands of peak periods, supply chain challenges and working closely with the Warehouse Team in respect of stock levels.
This fast paced and varied environment provides challenging work that is an integral part of the overall business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing and shaping creative concepts and designs on a range of ceremony gowning products
Quickly understand the product and the Client’s needs in detail, and translate functional requirements into workable designs
Work with local businesses to produce workable samples that will be used for mass production in a timely manner
Design gowns and hoods using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
Aiding in producing detailed product specifications to supply to factories
Working with difficult supply chain times and ensuring administration is maintained
Develop and maintain successful working relationships
Ad hoc duties that may be required from time to time
YOUR SKILLS
CAD Design
Planning and organising
Collaboration across all departments
Budgeting and resources management
REQUIREMENTS
Excellent knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
Attention to detail, and striving for excellence
Experience in a fast paced, data driven environment
Creative problem solving skills and dealing with ambiguity
Ability to understand and communicate a clear design brief
Supply chain knowledge would be an advantage
More Information
- Address Bedford
