Senior Jewelry Designer

Catbird is seeking a Senior Jewelry Designer to join our Design & Product Development team. The Senior Designer is a key creative role, responsible for shaping collections and limited editions that reflect Catbird’s signature aesthetic. You’ll bring ideas from concept to production, blending historical jewelry knowledge, trends, and Catbird’s heritage into designs that delight our customers and uphold the brand’s values. This position reports to the Design Manager and works in close partnership with them to align design strategy, priorities, and execution across all collections. It is ideal for someone who thrives on creativity, precision, collaboration, and leading design projects with attention to detail and strategic vision.About CatbirdIn over 21 years in business, Catbird has become an icon, the ultimate destination for gifts and jewelry. Founded in Brooklyn, NY, Catbird is a mecca for an international cast of shoppers who come to visit the brick and mortar stores of their beloved website. Both our stores and website are filled with a carefully curated selection of designers, including our in-house line of jewelry. Our Catbird line is made in our Brooklyn studio and with a few trusted partners, using ethically sourced materials and conflict-free stones. Highly trained Catbird jewelers oversee every step of the process. We are dedicated to a return to local manufacturing – what our neighborhood was famous for. Catbird is a proud member of the CFDA, certified Made in New York, and No Dirty Gold.The key to our success is remaining true to our values:-We believe in being an anti-racist organization and actively championing diversity, inclusion, and equity-We believe in making and selling things people will want to keep forever and will bring continuous joy.-We believe in doing everything we can ourselves. -We believe in always thinking of the long game and not focusing on a quick profit.-We believe we are the best at what we do and we work hard to make sure we know how to sustain it as we grow.-We believe in treating everyone (coworkers, customers, vendors) with deep respect, kindness, and honesty.Our Ideal Candidate8-10 years of professional jewelry design experience, fine jewelry preferred.Degree in Jewelry Design, Industrial Design, Fine Arts, or equivalent professional experience.Exceptional hand-drawing and rendering skills; proficiency in CAD (Rhino, Matrix) and Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).Experience with gemstone sourcing, strong knowledge of gemology, jewelry manufacturing techniques, metals, and pricing considerations.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.Awareness of the competitive retail landscape, with genuine interest in market trends, brand positioning, and shifts in customers tastes evolving preferences of our customers.Collaborative with excellent communication skills, comfortable providing and receiving constructive feedback.Deeply passionate about jewelry, with a strong appreciation for Catbird’s aesthetic, historical influences, and contemporary design trends.Curious, creative, and committed to craftsmanship and design excellence.Perks & BenefitsHealthcare eligibility following 30 days of hire with 75% of the medical premium covered by Catbird. And 25% of the premium is covered for children. We also offer dental and vision. Generous PTO policy, plus an extra day off during the month of your birthday! 401(k) with profit sharing and safe harbor contribution eligibility after one year of employment. We invest through a portfolio focused on socially responsible funds. Professional Development Stipend: an allotment of $200/year, plus other workshops and talks throughout the year Parental Leave: 12 weeks are 100% paid. The Catbird Giving Fund: We vote as a company on what organizations to support. A portion of all sales, year round, are donated to nonprofits aligned with our core beliefs of equality and helping others. A generous employee discountPre-taxed commuter discounts to save money on getting to work!Discounted Citi Bike Annual Membership  Regular company-wide parties, brunches & happy hours A warm, casual work environment where people can really be themselves Plus bonusWhy You’ll Love Working HereAt Catbird, you’ll join a close-knit, collaborative team dedicated to creating jewelry with meaning and story. You’ll shape designs that resonate deeply with our customers, with the freedom to explore your creativity, contribute to the brand’s direction, and mentor a talented team of designers. You’ll work in a studio that values curiosity, sustainability, craftsmanship, and thoughtful design, while collaborating closely with the Design Manager, Director of Design & Development and Chief Creative Officer to ensure all projects align with Catbird’s creative vision and business priorities.

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