Senior Accessory Designer-

Jannine Abadi Associates; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a successful Accessory company based in Cranford, NJ, seeks a Senior Accessory Designer to develop innovative, licensed consumer products for wholesale/retail channels. You will translate brands and artwork into commercially viable items and manage multiple licensing projects.

The role emphasizes CAD creation, mockups, and production-ready artwork, with a strong focus on trends and brand guidelines from licensors such as Nintendo, Warner Bros., Paramount, and others.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of professional product design experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or related field preferred.
• Experience designing licensed consumer products strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Ability to create CADs, mockups, presentations, and production-ready artwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new product concepts.
• Create original, trend-driven product ideas based on consumer insights, licensed properties, and online opportunities.
• Translate licensed characters, brands, and artwork into creative and commercially viable products.
• Create product CADs, mockups, artwork, and presentations to clearly communicate design concepts.
• Develop products with the retail consumer in mind, including products that are visually impactful and differentiated in the marketplace.
• Work within licensor brand guidelines while finding creative ways to make products feel fresh and unique.
• Incorporate feedback from licensors and internal teams into product designs.
• Manage multiple projects and licensed properties simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Years experience

Licensing knowledge

Trend awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Product Design/Fashion/Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Our client, a very successful Accessory company based in Cranford NJ is looking for a Senior Accessory Designer to join their team.

This role will focus on developing innovative, trend-driven consumer products for our wholesale/retail business, including products created in partnership with major licensed brands and entertainment properties.

The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of product design experience, preferably within consumer products, accessories, novelty, stationery, headwear, or a similar category. Experience designing licensed products for brands and entertainment properties such as Nintendo, Warner Bros., Paramount, or similar licensors.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new product concepts
• Create original, trend-driven product ideas based on consumer insights, licensed properties, and online opportunities
• Translate licensed characters, brands, and artwork into creative and commercially viable products
• Create product CADs, mockups, artwork, and presentations to clearly communicate design concepts
• Develop products with the retail consumer in mind, including products that are visually impactful and differentiated in the marketplace
• Work within licensor brand guidelines while finding creative ways to make products feel fresh and unique
• Incorporate feedback from licensors and internal teams into product designs
• Manage multiple projects and licensed properties simultaneously while meeting deadlines

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of professional product design experience
• Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or a related field preferred
• Previous experience designing licensed consumer products strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Strong ability to create CADs, product mockups, presentations, and production-ready artwork
• Excellent understanding of color, graphics, materials, and consumer product design
• Strong eye for trends and an understanding of what makes a product commercially appealing
• Ability to interpret and creatively work within brand and licensing guidelines