Responsibilities and Duties:
Create and design new product lines for upcoming year and seasons with the direction of the creative director
Develop spec packs with teams, complete with product pricing, components and order information
Design and invent new ways to differentiate product lines each season
Research, sketch and develop physical samples of new designs made from African material.
Research history of Bolgatanga weaving skills and understand their weaving history, cultural designs, and significance of handcrafted product
Suggest new trending colors, functions, textures and designs to incorporate in each seasons design for baskets and other woven products
Significantly improve and increase productive capacity and efficiency by creating step-by-step training materials for staff and artisans, quality control documents and checklists, and suggesting creative process improvements on sourcing and utilizing materials
Create and design new product lines for upcoming year and seasons with the direction of the executive leadership
Develop spec packs complete with product pricing, components and order information
Create order documents, organizing and indexing all designed product
Establish ways to differentiate product line from competitors
Research and sketch new designs made from African materials
Brainstorm on new product lines and opportunities for new market introductions and future buyer meetings
Support package design for product
Create samples for market prospects 3-6 months prior to training programs (when possible)
Prototype execution: being hands-on is a must!
Write status reports to COO, Creative Director and Senior Designer on a weekly basis
Sending images / comments of design samples to U.S. Team on a weekly basis
Attend meetings via Skype with U.S Team on a weekly basis
REQUIREMENTS:
Education or experience with a specific focus on design: textile design, color theory and/or product development
Must have experience designing and developing products from beginning concepts to end production
Effective organization and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in high-pressure situations
Must be able to sketch, use Adobe design tools and communicate clearly and effectively
Must have a proven ability to demonstrate patience, flexibility, energy, independence, quality-control procedures and self-motivation
Compensation
Salary – Depends on Experience.
Company house in Bolga for your stay.
All work related travel expenses will be paid for.
Lunch will be provided on work days
