Design Observer · 1 hour ago
Decor Technical Designer
Norwalk, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yrDesign Observer is a company that’s pushing the limits of global design and innovation. As a Décor Technical Designer, you will be the critical link between digital artwork and final hard surface products, focusing on color development, prototyping, and maintaining technical documentation.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with our design team and global vendors to develop on-trend colorways for new hard surface flooring products
Color-match and create samples and color standards for designer selection and portfolio updates
Actively print and assemble product prototypes and samples
Utilize industrial equipment, including a heat press and cutters, to construct prototypes by assembling materials like the core, backing, and wear layer to approved standards
Participate in design sessions and respond positively to development critiques, adjusting samples appropriately
Maintain detailed references and records of all samples, requests, timelines, and product specifications
Complete projects accurately, consistently, and on time while adhering to strict quality standards
Deliver accurate and on-time samples and prototypes to internal and external partners
Contribute to overall trend stories and portfolio direction
Qualification
Required
College degree in a design discipline (Textile Design, Surface Design, Graphic Design, etc.) OR equivalent expert industry experience
Expert ability to identify an exact color match and exceptional color sense
Background or strong desire to learn surface design software, including AVA color software (some experience is ideal, but training will be provided)
Experience with wide format inkjet printing is highly valued
Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite or other surface design software
Experience in the Resilient hard surface flooring industry is a significant plus
An innate eye for color, texture, and pattern
A technical understanding of color, color measurement, color mixing, and color-specific language
Knowledge of color separations and repeats
Highly tech-savvy with excellent organizational skills
Requires good visual acuity, peripheral vision, and excellent color vision
Benefits
Yearly bonus potential
Company
Design Observer
Design Observer, an online platform providing news, commentary, and criticism about design, urbanism, social innovation, and visual culture.
Founded in 2003
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jessica Helfand
Partner, Creative Director
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