Creative Product Designer - Craft, DIY & Consumer (Remote)

Ultimate Staffing Services; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship from creative leadership

Annual team trip to Florida

Company-sponsored DoorDash lunches

Creative, collaborative, and family‑or

Autonomy to own projects and ideas

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services partners with a growing consumer products company in the craft, hobby, and DIY space to hire a Creative Product Designer. This remote role is restricted to Minnesota residents and Direct Hire, with a salary range of $60,000–$70,000 per year.

The designer will blend strong illustration skills with product development, taking retail concepts from concept to production and collaborating with the Creative Director while working independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product development, craft products, surface design, or consumer products.
• Strong illustration skills with ability to work across multiple artistic styles.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator.
• Experience taking products from concept through manufacturing.
• Self-motivated professional who thrives in an independent, remote environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to receive constructive feedback.
• Must currently reside in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative product concepts for craft, DIY, and consumer product lines.
• Create illustrations, artwork, digital renderings, and production-ready files.
• Transform trend insights and mood boards into market-ready designs.
• Prototype, test, and refine product concepts.
• Research trends, competitors, and emerging opportunities within the craft and hobby market.
• Collaborate closely with the Creative Director while managing projects independently.

Skills

Illustration

Self-motivation

Communication

Remote work mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design / Illustration

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Ultimate Staffing Services partners with a growing consumer products company in the craft, hobby, and DIY space to hire a Creative Product Designer. This remote role is restricted to Minnesota residents and Direct Hire, with a salary range of $60,000–$70,000 per year.

The designer will blend strong illustration skills with product development, taking retail concepts from concept to production and collaborating with the Creative Director while working independently.