Emerging Blue Jobs
Emerging Blue Jobs is hiring: Product Designer in Apex
Emerging Blue Jobs, Apex, NC, US, 27502
Job Description
Job Description
Position: Product Designer
Location: Apex, NC (On-site) - Open to relocation
Department: Design
Reports To: Creative Director
Type: Full-time
Location: Apex, NC (On-site) - Open to relocation
Department: Design
Reports To: Creative Director
Type: Full-time
Our Client is a fast-growing, women-owned lifestyle and apparel brand known for inspiring product design, meaningful gifts, and bold seasonal collections. With a customer base of over 4,000 boutiques nationwide, this company blends thoughtful artistry with quality craftsmanship to bring products to life that uplift and connect.
As they continue expanding, they’re hiring a Product Designer to join their on-site team in Apex, NC. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission-driven, highly collaborative design department that values creativity, ownership, and fresh ideas.
What You’ll Do
Product Design & Development
- Concept, design, and execute seasonal product lines across categories like gifts, jewelry, and apparel
- Build and iterate on design presentations in alignment with brand and leadership feedback
- Create detailed sample specs and collaborate with the Product Manager on development cycles
- Provide factory-ready artwork and revise based on internal or external input
Catalog & Print Design
- Support seasonal catalog design and layout development
- Produce original surface prints and graphics for various product lines
- Align design deliverables with broader marketing and brand objectives
Creative Collaboration
- Participate in regular design meetings to share ideas and maintain seasonal cohesion
- Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product, and sales teams
- Contribute to a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Tools & Trend Awareness
- Maintain fluency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Stay up to date on industry trends and bring forward fresh concepts
- Research new materials, formats, and production techniques to enhance design innovation
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, or related field
- 2+ years of professional design experience in consumer goods, fashion, or giftware
- Strong portfolio showcasing creativity, attention to detail, and versatility
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple project deadlines