Print Designer – Remote (India)
Job Description
Rug & Kilim is hiring a print designer and surface developer to work in our remote Art Department in India supporting our luxury trade showroom in New York City. The primary responsibility of the designer will be to create and develop new designs and patterns for rugs and textiles under the direct supervision of Principal Josh Nazmiyal and the NY Art Department. The designer will research ongoing trends in the luxury rug design industry, as well as creating and contributing original work and ongoing designs to Rug & Kilim’s high-end, handmade luxury rug and textile lines. This position has full-time and freelance flexibility depending on experience. Prior experience in the luxury rug industry is encouraged.
Any knowledge regarding weaving, texture, and material is a bonus to your candidacy.
Responsibilities
Research and development on past, current, and up-and-coming design trends in luxury rugs
Create and develop new rug and textile patterns utilizing Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Consult Mr. Nazmiyal on ongoing projects and patterns, working both with our NY Art Department and Digital Imaging Department as well as communicating with our remote Design Department(s) in India
Ideating and sourcing new materials to develop new textures in India
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with a concentration(s) in illustration, design, pattern design, surface development, textiles, graphic design, and related fields
Key experience with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
Texcelle and Ned Graphics experience extremely preferable
Self motivated, patient, knowledgeable, and comfortable communicating in the high-end design industry
Portfolio of relevant design work highlighting key experience (Mandatory)
Additional knowledge of photography and photo-editing best practices welcomed
Job Type: Full-time (Freelance Flexible depending on background and work chemistry)
Salary: Competitive, Negotiable Based on Experience
Required Experience includes Minimum 1-3 Years in:
Design
Adobe Suite
Illustration
Retouching
Home and/or Flooring Industry
Language:
English (Required)
Work Remotely:
Yes
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Remote interview process