What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Jewelry Designer position at Awe Inspired?
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Junior Jewelry Designer to join our team full-time and contribute to the development of our ever-evolving collection of demi-fine and fine jewelry. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical design skills, a deep appreciation for jewelry craftsmanship, and an eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced, creative environment. The Junior Jewelry Designer will work closely with our Product Development team to translate design concepts into precise technical packages. This is a hybrid role, requiring 3 days per week in our Hollywood office.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with Product Development to review concepts, integrate feedback, and refine product specifications.
- Produce detailed technical illustrations in Adobe Illustrator for new SKUs and collections.
- Compile and hand off accurate technical packages and spec sheets for factory development.
- Maintain linesheets, organize samples, and support workflow across active development pipelines.
- Ensure all designs meet brand standards, quality expectations, and target margins.
- Research market trends, materials, and techniques to propose innovative, brand-right ideas.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 years of experience designing fine and/or demi-fine jewelry
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator required
- Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual design skills and technical execution and completed technical packages
- Deep understanding of jewelry construction, materials, and finishing techniques.
- Strong aesthetic sensibility in luxury and accessible luxury markets.
- Ability to design to brand vision rather than personal aesthetic preferences.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Passion for jewelry, fashion, and craftsmanship with desire to grow within the industry
BENEFITS:
- Full healthcare benefits;
- 50% off all Awe products and quarterly product stipend;
- Unlimited PTO policy;
- 4% 401k matching program;
- Opportunity to create products that bring meaning and strength to women and minorities and supports those in need through our charity give back program;
- Trajectory and history of success at a brand that is profitable and operates in a fast-growing, highly-attractive market segment;
- Caring environment that values the societal impacts of its operations as much as financial gain.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Awe is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.