Product Designer

Design product concepts for toys and consumer products while presenting ideas through sketches, story and concept boards, and 3D or photo/video tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and adjust existing design concepts, including toys and consumer products
• Generate creative ideas and evolve concepts through iterative design work
• Use innovation to refine a design brief while working within cost and time constraints
• Demonstrate illustrative skills using sketches, story boards, and concept boards
• Work across multiple media and programs, including 3D modeling, photography, and video
• Present concepts internally using compelling and effective communication
• Research and compile information quickly and effectively for client or internal projects
• Manage external resources on an occasional basis
• Proofread deliverables
• Maintain a strong drive to constantly grow and adapt as design evolves

Requirements

• Energetic and creative approach to product design work
• Comfort with learning and acknowledging you do not know everything
• Attention to detail evident in the final design outcomes
• Ability to finish on time
• Fluid design style that fits a variety of concepts or products
• Collaborative mindset with self motivation to drive your own work forward
• Capability to contribute thoughtful, effective ideas
• Strong communication skills
• Handles criticism well
• Willingness to help across projects at any time, including working late when needed
• Professional attitude with no complaining
• Desire to expand your own functional knowledge and expertise
• Motivation to work for a company that can expand how you think about design

Technologies

• 3D modeling
• Photography
• Video

Role Details

• Position type: Freelance/Co-Op
• Location: New Orleans, LA (onsite)
• Minimum experience: 1 years