Surface Designer

Gibson Homewares; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Homewares in Los Angeles seeks a seasoned Surface Designer to create artwork for dinnerware, glassware, and accessories across multiple brands. You will translate brand direction into print-ready surfaces and collaborate with the Design Director and SVP, Creative to push concepts from sketch to production.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in Illustration or Fine Arts, 5+ years in surface design, and expert command of Illustrator and Photoshop on Mac.

Qualifications

• Based in Los Angeles, in-office M-F.
• Bachelor's degree in Illustration or Fine Arts or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator & Photoshop on Mac.
• Position requires artistic talent with strong drawing and painting skills.
• Minimum 5 years of surface design experience.

Responsibilities

• Surface design of dinnerware, accessories, glassware, and other products in the company's categories.
• Reports to the Design Director and SVP, Creative.

Skills

Surface design

Illustration

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Photoshop

Drawing & painting

3D design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Illustration or Fine Arts

Tools

Mac OS

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Gibson Homewares is the nation's leading producer of dinnerware, cookware, cutlery, tools, and gadgets - all the essentials needed for prep, cooking, dining, and entertaining.

For over 40 years and spanning four generations as a respected and trusted family-owned company, Gibson Homewares has developed a portfolio of brands across multiple categories.

Based in Los Angeles, Gibson is known for delivering product lines with style and value for the global retail marketplace. Exporting to Latin America and Mexico. Gibson's legacy brands include Laurie Gates, Gibson Elite, Gibson Home, Ultra by Gibson, and Soho Lounge. In addition, Gibson is a driving force behind global brands such as Martha Stewart, Calphalon, Sur La Table, Babish, Kenmore, Crockpot, Oster, Mr. Coffee, and Peanuts.

At Gibson, PEOPLE ARE THE #1 PRIORITY and the company is always looking for new talent to join our growing team.

For more information, visit us at http://www.gibsonhomewares.com

Job Title: Surface Designer

Responsibilities:

• Surface design of dinnerware, accessories, glassware, all other types of products in the company's categories
• Reports to the Design Director and SVP, Creative

Requirements:

• Based in Los Angeles, work in office M-F
• Bachelor's degree in Illustration or in the Fine Arts, or equivalent work experience
• Adobe Creative Suite proficient, Illustrator & Photoshop (expert), Mac environment
• Position requires artistic talent with strong drawing and painting skills
• Minimum 5 years of surface design with experience in painting, drawing, as well as computer-generated art

• Proficiency in AI-assisted design tools and their application throughout the creative process.


• Good understanding of color, trend and an eye for fashion and design


• Ability to design 3D products a plus, but not required


• Submit a professional portfolio, online preferred, or PDF samples of your work

We offer competitive compensation and full benefits package.