Product Design Manager, CGI

The Product Design Manager, CGI is responsible for overseeing the quality and accuracy of 3D models of products across various categories. This role involves meticulous review of 3D assets, ensuring their fidelity to physical samples, and coordinating with various teams to gather the reference materials integral to the accurate creation of these digital twins. This individual possesses a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a solid understanding of 3D workflows and project management principles.

This is an on-site position (Monday through Thursday) based out of our Northbrook, IL office with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

A Day in the Life of a Product Design Manager, CGI...

• Accountable for the review and assessment of 3D models relevant to products across categories

• Manage routine feedback rounds relying on product knowledge, CADs, reference imagery, and swatches to provide precise direction to 3D modeling vendors

• Establish familiarity with physical samples and their key design elements in order to accurately assess digital twin accuracy

• Collaborate with CGI Producer to maintain an efficient workflow and a consistent review strategy

• Drive the gathering and delivery of supporting reference material for 3D workflow in time for Final Sample milestone: swatches, CADs, reference imagery

• Coordinate the tracking and receipt of fabric and material swatches from sourcing, overseas teams, and various mills

• Organize the delivery of reference imagery post photo shoot

• Ensure the on time delivery of all necessary materials' track and follow up on any missing items or late adds; anticipate supporting reference needs for any off cadence requests

• Monitor imagery DAM to flag any product accuracy issues and review any necessary corrections as needed, tracking through until resolution.

What you'll bring to the table...

• Strong time management, including a solid understanding of development milestones, calendars, tracking progress and due dates

• Strong attention to detail, with a sharp eye for color comparison, proportion, and dimensional accuracy

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve results

• Strong written and oral communication

• Understanding of product lifecycle

• Familiarity with CGI model production

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• 5 years experience with industry knowledge of product design and 3D workflows

• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel and project management tools

• Proficiency in reading and understanding CADs and schematics

• Experience approving CGI models and photography