Hybrid Creative Designer - DIY Decor & Licensing

York Wallcoverings; York, Northern (York County, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

York Wallcoverings is seeking a Studio Designer to join the WallPops design team. You will create and execute original designs for production and license artwork from external sources.

You will collaborate with design and product teams to bring new DIY décor products to market. You will leverage expertise in Illustrator and Photoshop, contribute to trend forecasting, and coordinate with manufacturers and sales to develop products for, and presentations to, national accounts.

Qualifications

• Mastery of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop are required.
• Knowledge of AVA software is a plus.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Powerpoint, and Microsoft Excel is beneficial.
• Experience in the home décor industry or just a passion for all things “home”.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team to create new DIY product.
• Manipulates purchased artwork to develop DIY product, including peel-and-stick wallpaper, decals, tiles.
• Work with external teams on exclusive product lines reflecting all brands involved.
• Send licensed decals through licensing process from start to print.
• Aid in trend research and contribute to trend forecasting.
• Modify final projects for printing compatibility.
• Coordinate with manufacturers to ensure product matches and quality.
• Assist with product designs or programs moving through the studio.
• Support team in creating samples and mock-ups.
• Update storyboards and room set images for launches.
• Set up/update SKUs, room sets and packaging with internal teams.
• Develop products and presentations for national accounts meetings.

Skills

Illustrator

Photoshop

AVA software

Acrobat

PowerPoint

Excel

Home décor

Communication

Education

BA in Graphics or surface design

3-4 years’ experience in graphics/surface design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Acrobat

PowerPoint

Excel

Printing knowledge

Job description

York Wallcoverings is seeking a Studio Designer to join the WallPops design team. You will create and execute original designs for production and license artwork from external sources.

You will collaborate with design and product teams to bring new DIY décor products to market. You will leverage expertise in Illustrator and Photoshop, contribute to trend forecasting, and coordinate with manufacturers and sales to develop products for, and presentations to, national accounts.