Join Punch Studio, where creativity knows no bounds! We are a vibrant home, gift, and stationery product supplier dedicated to crafting exceptional, beautifully designed items that light up everyday life. Based in sunny Culver City, CA, we’re on the lookout for talented individuals to join our passionate team.

Your Mission:

As a Surface Pattern Designer, you'll have the fantastic opportunity to unleash your creativity and bring fresh, captivating designs to life for our stationery and gift products. Working closely with our dynamic creative team, you’ll create patterns and illustrations that resonate with our audience while enjoying the thrill of collaborating across departments.

What You’ll Do:

• Respond to feedback and direction from our Creative Director and Art Director, ensuring that your designs meet expectations and timelines.

• Conjure original surface patterns through both digital artistry and traditional techniques that align with our style and quality.

• Stay ahead of the trend curve by exploring the marketplace and curating inspiring mood boards.

• Help shape product collections by translating the latest trends into cohesive designs, ensuring everything showcases our brand's identity.

• Manage a variety of design projects, from initial concepts to final production-ready artwork.

• Collaborate with our production team, ensuring designs are accurately translated into final products.

• Maintain pristine organization in your workspace (both physical and digital), fostering creativity and efficiency.

• Engage in daily check-ins to communicate progress and any challenges while contributing positively to our team’s culture.

• Flex your creative muscles, taking on tasks as needed to support your teammates and enhance our overall design output.

In a vibrant, fast-paced environment, the possibilities for your creative expression are endless at Punch Studio!

Requirements

To excel in the role of Surface Pattern Designer, you’ll need a unique blend of experience and skill:

• BFA or BA in Design, Illustration, Fine Arts, or a related field.

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in surface design, especially in stationery or similar product categories.

• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and a strong understanding of design principles.

What Makes You Shine:

• You’re a self-starter filled with energy and innovative ideas, embodying the brand aesthetic.

• You possess versatility in your artistic style, capable of exploring various techniques and looks.

• Knowledge of surface pattern repeats, composition, and color theory is essential.

• You thrive on collaboration but can also work independently, adapting to feedback with grace.

• Your keen market insight allows you to identify trends and consumer needs easily.

• Strong organizational and communication skills help you manage multiple projects efficiently.

Cool Perks:

• Enjoy a hybrid work schedule that promotes work-life balance.

Compensation: Starting salary of $66,560 annually

Bring your passion for design and a flair for creativity to Punch Studio - where your imagination can truly run wild!

Benefits

• Competitive compensation

• Paid Holidays and PTO

• Benefits plan including medical, dental and vision

• 401k and profit sharing