Junior Product Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION //

The Junior Product Designer will play an important role in the diversification of Rastaclat products. An ideal candidate has a firm understanding and connection to Rastaclat’s customer demographic within street, skate, and sports cultures. Experience designing products for both men’s and women’s marketplaces is required, and personal traits for success in this role includes being self-motivated, ability to multitask, possessing strong problem-solving skills, and being well-organized and detail-oriented within a fast-paced environment. This role also requires excellent communication skills through product design, oral presentation, and written communication to collaborate with cross-functional departments throughout multiple platforms.

Interest in accessories, fashion, lifestyle, sneakers, and creative culture are all valued. Please provide a link or attachment to your work portfolio for review if you apply for this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES //

Product Design

· Create CAD design and tech packages daily for Rastaclat products.

· Conduct trend analysis and translate insights into relevant product stories.

· Pitch product concept directions through presentation of mood boards and color palettes.

· Create designs that align with Rastaclat’s demographic, culture, business segments and retail partners.

· Contribute to the seasonal aesthetic of products through researching color, materials, fabrication, trim finishing techniques, print and pattern concepts.

· Deliver design projects on time to meet key milestones according to product calendar and special project timelines.

· Collaborate within the cross-functional team setting (Marketing, Production, Sales) to achieve company objectives for seasonal, quickstrikes, and any unique business concepts.

· Assist in product photography for archiving, cataloging, and graphic asset creation as needed.

· Execute design projects that include, but are not limited to, a variety of categories: bracelet product, graphics, tech packages, packaging, sales one-sheets, mood boards, color palettes, POP displays, product photography, and catalogs.

Culture & Values

· Maintain Culture & Core Value Alignment with Rastaclat's values (Passion, Righteousness, Integrity, Discovery, Excellence) and contribute to achieving the company’s mission to inspire the world to Seek the Positive.

QUALIFICATIONS //

· High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, In-design).

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Slack and project management platforms such as Monday.com.

· Degree in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Fine Arts or Fashion Merchandising.

· 1-2 years’ experience designing men’s and women’s products such as accessories, sneakers, or clothing.

· Ability to multi-task and work both independently and within a group.

· Highly organized with an exceptional eye for detail.

· Positive attitude and teamwork are essential.

· Portfolio of work is required for review.

ABOUT RASTACLAT //

Rastaclat is a symbol of positivity, doing good for yourself and others. We believe that positive action can change lives, inspire confidence & unite us as human beings. #SEEK THE POSITIVE. This radiates through our company culture giving everyone on our growing team the opportunity to bring their best on the daily. This position is a performance-based role that is grounded in our core values and offers upward growth potential. Our team shares a positive work remote environment and participates in a charitable giveback event every quarter to keep the positivity flowing. We keep the team vibes strong with yearly company-wide incentives and a generous benefit/retirement package. 

 PERKS // 

• Medical Benefits
• Retirement Benefits
• Company-sponsored laptop 
• Quarterly Charitable Events & Annual Company Incentives
• Positive Company Environment

*Must provide at least three references, including at least 1 direct manager in a related Product Design position.