Product Designer

Product Designer – Tabletop Division

Position Type: Full-time/On-site 5x week

Pay Range: 60-80K

Job Department: Madison Home/ Ceramics

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Madison Home International is a leading supplier of trend-driven, high-quality home and lifestyle products. We collaborate with some of the most well-known retailers and bring innovative, mass-market designs to life. Our fast-paced, creative environment offers significant opportunities for growth and the chance to work on diverse product lines with products such as Cups, Mugs, Serving Platters, Ceramics, Melamine, Wood, Glass, and More

• Design and develop original products, including ceramic mugs, cups, trays, serving platters, bowls, and other tabletop items.
• Collaborate closely with the design team to align on concepts and project goals.
• Create detailed sketches, renderings, and digital designs to effectively communicate ideas.
• Research market trends, materials, and technologies to inspire product innovation.
• Work closely with overseas factory partners, especially in China, to ensure designs are manufacturable without compromising aesthetics or functionality.
• Revise and refine designs based on feedback from team members and factory partners.
• Maintain project timelines and deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met
• Performed related tasks as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in product design, specifically within the tabletop industry (ceramics, melamine, wood, glass, and similar materials).
• Experience designing products for production, not just working with these products on a retail sales floor.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Trello.
• Strong sketching and rendering skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and factory constraints.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BA/BFA Degree in Design or Graphic Field with 2+ years Design Experience