Position Overview
Lifetime Brands is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Senior CMF (Color, Material, Finish) Designer to join our innovative Product Development team. The Senior CMF Designer will be responsible for defining and executing the aesthetic vision for private label clients, primarily in the drinkware category. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Design, Engineering and Marketing to develop compelling CMF strategies that resonate with diverse global client needs and target markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CMF design, illustration, trend research, and experience working with a variety of materials, finishes, and manufacturing processes.
Hierarchy
- Reports to VP Industrial Design Director
Conceptual
Works with the VP Industrial Design Director, CMF Designers, Industrial Designers and Marketing teams on multiple projects / brandsResponsible for translating seasonal direction into art concepts for private labelWorks closely with the VP Industrial Design Director and CMF Designers to create original print, pattern, and color concepts based on given directionIllustration skills that reflect current fashion and consumer trendsAbility to color correct digital artwork and make color correction comments to production samplesHas knowledge of trend analysis and how findings relate to product and brand developmentTactical
Product
Creates production files and die-lines for approved conceptsAbility to translate brand guidelines and develop concepts throughout all projects while ensuring brand guidelines are adhered toAssists with technical packs per product that specify color, finish and surface detailsHigh attention to detail regarding color and finish specifications for multiple products per launchAid in the creation of packaging die lines is a plus, but not requiredRates highly on the munsell color testProficient in InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop. Keyshot is a plus.Presentation
Works with VP Industrial Design Director and CMF Designers to research and prepare trend assets for customer facing presentationsApplies knowledge of materials and finishes on existing and new products to highlight appropriately on graphic presentationsInterprets customer provided design guides and apply to products for presentationsResearches trend and provides substance and data behind new ideas and conceptsAssists marketing team with preparing assets for customer facing presentationsHighly skilled in layout and visual organizationPresentation layout design skills is a plus, but not requiredStrategic
General
Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle multiple projectsStrong familiarity with and passion for material trends and cultureWorks closely with VP Industrial Design Director and CMF Designers in design trend and market research to recognize opportunities for new CMF conceptsHighly organized with great attention for detailSelf-starter and works well in a team environmentFlexible with changes in directionCollaborative with strong ability to contribute ideas on all projectsCross-Functional
Contributes to other areas (Chef'n, Rabbit, LAB, PlanetBox, customer specific, etc.) as neededWorks with other teams to contribute in best possible mannerQualifications
Experience in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Textiles, or a related field.5+ years of experience in CMF design, preferably in consumer products, drinkware, or housewares industries.Proven experience in developing CMF strategies and guiding projects from concept to production.Strong portfolio / website showcasing expertise in color, material, and finish design, including examples of successful product launches.Knowledge of manufacturing processes and material properties, including plastics, glass, metal, ceramics, and sustainable materials is a plus.Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, KeyShot, and other 3D modeling / rendering tools is a plus.Excellent presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex CMF concepts to both internal teams and external clients.Preferred Skills
Experience working with private label clients.Knowledge of sustainable and eco-friendly materials.Familiarity with global color trends and forecasting.Location : Seattle, WA / Hybrid
Salary Range : $75,000 - $80,000
Lifetime Brands is a leading global provider of kitchenware, tableware and other products used in the home. We offer brands you trust, value without compromise and an unwavering commitment to innovation. Our products make it easier for you to prepare food, serve meals, entertain guests, and decorate your home. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits, which includes :
All full-time employees (and family members) are eligible to participate in our Medical, Dental, and Vision plansFlexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent CareShort-Term Disability & Long-Term DisabilityCompany Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceEligibility in the Company's 401K plan, after 90 days of employmentPaid Time Off (vacation / sick) - accrual of 15 days per calendar year for non-warehouse positions; accrual of 10 days per calendar year for hourly based warehouse positions10 Company Paid HolidaysEmployee Product DiscountsTuition AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramVolunteer Opportunities- 4 hours of paid optional volunteer time (annually)Seattle, WA based employees are provided with commute trip reduction incentivesBenefits are offered to employees who work 30 hours or more In addition to the above, we offer voluntary benefits. Lifetime Brands, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that Lifetime Brands believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job. Lifetime Brands expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would Lifetime Brands consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.