Associate Designer, Furniture Hardlines - West Elm

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

About the Role

As an Associate Designer, you will design and develop products consistent with seasonal trends and concepts, and customer/business needs. Under the leadership of senior team members, you will own the development process for each product from sketch to approval.

Responsibilities

• Translate trends and concepts into designs that respond to business needs for the relevant product category
• Develop designs from initial concept through approval
  
  
  
  • Pull tears and assemble concepts
  • Create presentation decks
  • Develop designs through sketching and 3D modeling
  • Prepare product renderings
  • Present to design, merchant and leadership team
  • Complete product specifications and CADs
  • Own the development process through daily communication with the sourcing department, vendors and agents
  • Comment on product samples
  • Issue product approvals
  • Coordinate sample presentations and organize samples
  
  

YOU...

• Are passionate about design, style, and decorating
• Love to work collaboratively in a group and have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team
• Are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead
• Think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking
• Pride yourself on the quality of work and are a stickler for the details

Criteria

• Minimum 2-3 years professional experience required.
• Degree in design or equivalent experience.
• Experience with drafting, 3D modeling, and rendering a must (Autocad, Rhino, and Keyshot)
• Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Outlook are essential.

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We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $70,000-$85,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.