Product Designer

EMERGING BLUE; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing lifestyle and apparel brand in Apex, NC is seeking a Product Designer to join their on-site team. The successful candidate will create seasonal product lines, support catalog design, and engage in creative collaboration across departments. A Bachelor's degree in design and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite are required. This role offers a fantastic opportunity in a mission-driven, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional design experience in consumer goods, fashion, or giftware.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creativity, attention to detail, and versatility.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Concept, design, and execute seasonal product lines.
• Support seasonal catalog design and layout development.
• Participate in regular design meetings to share ideas.

Skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Job Description

Position: Product Designer • Location: Apex, NC (On-site) – Open to relocation • Department: Design • Reports To: Creative Director • Type: Full‑time

Our Client is a fast‑growing, women‑owned lifestyle and apparel brand known for inspiring product design, meaningful gifts, and bold seasonal collections. With a customer base of over 4,000 boutiques nationwide, this company blends thoughtful artistry with quality craftsmanship to bring products to life that uplift and connect.

As they continue expanding, they’re hiring a Product Designer to join their on‑site team in Apex, NC. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission‑driven, highly collaborative design department that values creativity, ownership, and fresh ideas.

What You’ll Do

Product Design & Development

• Concept, design, and execute seasonal product lines across categories like gifts, jewelry, and apparel
• Build and iterate on design presentations in alignment with brand and leadership feedback
• Create detailed sample specs and collaborate with the Product Manager on development cycles
• Provide factory‑ready artwork and revise based on internal or external input

Catalog & Print Design

• Support seasonal catalog design and layout development
• Produce original surface prints and graphics for various product lines
• Align design deliverables with broader marketing and brand objectives

Creative Collaboration

• Participate in regular design meetings to share ideas and maintain seasonal cohesion
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with marketing, product, and sales teams
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Tools & Trend Awareness

• Maintain fluency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Stay up to date on industry trends and bring forward fresh concepts
• Research new materials, formats, and production techniques to enhance design innovation

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, or related field
• 2+ years of professional design experience in consumer goods, fashion, or giftware
• Strong portfolio showcasing creativity, attention to detail, and versatility
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with multiple project deadlines