What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Product Designer position at shinola?
ABOUT SHINOLA
At Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well-loved. Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design, and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy—in a style that is uniquely their own! Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Associate Product Designer will support the creation of innovative and brand-right designs that reflect Shinola’s heritage and aesthetic. Working closely with the Design Director and team, the Associate Designer will contribute to creative concepts, assist in product development, and ensure design accuracy. The ideal candidate is a creative, detail-oriented designer who is eager to learn, grow, and gain hands-on experience across multiple design disciplines.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support creation of product and watch designs aligned with Shinola’s aesthetic and brand heritage.
- Research trends, cultural influences, and competitive products to inform design direction.
- Generate sketches, 2D renderings, and support seasonal design presentations.
- Assist with color, material, and finish selections for seasonal collections.
- Build accurate tech packs for review and handoff to Product Development.
- Support technical development and cross-functional collaboration to ensure quality standards are met.
- Participate in design and project update meetings, tracking timelines and deliverables.
- Collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive, creative studio environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
- 0–2 years of design experience.
- Strong creative skills with an eye for detail and design accuracy.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Exposure to 3D software (SolidWorks, Alias) and rendering tools (Keyshot) a plus.
- Strong sketching and visualization skills.
- Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a growing design team.
Note: This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Filson and Shinola are equal opportunity employers. We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.
With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as "reasonable accommodation" to enable a person to perform his or her job.