We’re here to help our customers feel grounded and connected to those moments through cozy, comfortable spaces and fragrances they will want to revisit time and time again.

TEAM culture VALUES

C.A.R.E.

CONNECTION

We connect with one another through teamwork, celebrations, and an atmosphere of positivity.

ACCOUNTABILITY

We are accountable to ourselves and our team by understanding the importance of our role and the part we play in the mission of Sweet Water Decor. We not only show up, but we take ownership in the work we do and the quality at which we are doing it.

RESPECT

We respect Sweet Water Decor and our fellow team members by making communication a priority. We value honesty and are empathetic in our interactions.

ENTHUSIASM

We are enthusiastic in our work at Sweet Water Decor. We maintain productivity and quality, while also keeping an attitude of positivity and flexibility.

About The Position

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Hours: Part-time - Contractor

Location: Work from home (Come to our Cranberry, PA location for design meetings)

We are seeking a dynamic, organized creative professional to join our team as a Freelance Designer. This role involves a unique combination of skills, from designing new home decor products to graphics, wholesale catalog creation and management, and can even include photo editing. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing the visual appeal of our products and contributing to the development of our home decor product line.

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Home Decor, Gift, and Candle Product Design:

Conceptualize and design new home decor, gift, and digital products that align with current market trends and customer preferences.
Develop detailed product specifications and collaborate with manufacturers to bring designs to fruition.
Conduct market research to identify opportunities and gaps in the home decor industry, staying ahead of design trends.
Work with our licensing partners to bring ideas to life
Cross-Functional Collaboration working closely with the marketing, sales, and manufacturing teams to understand market demands and ensure product designs and marketing graphics designed align with business goals.
Collaborate with photographers to provide creative direction and ensure product images meet design standards.

Graphic Design & Editing:

Creating product catalogs, marketing materials, and more
Create graphics for our website, product listings, and more
Opportunity to edit photos to swap out designs / labels from photoshoots

Quality Assurance:

Must have high attention to detail in all aspects of work and a commitment to accuracy.
Conduct thorough reviews of product prototypes and samples to ensure designs are accurately translated into physical products.
Address any design-related issues and collaborate with the production team to maintain high-quality standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

2+ years of experience after college
Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Visual Merchandising, or a related field.
Proven experience in design, with a strong portfolio
Demonstrated success in designing and photo editing.
Must have excellent skills and proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite - namely Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Lightroom) and a keen eye for aesthetics.
Strong understanding of current design trends, consumer preferences, and market dynamics.
Strong ability to work independently, take initiative, and work cross functionally.
Ability to learn quickly and continuously improving skills and knowledge.
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
Thorough understanding of design principles / branding.
Well-organized and detail oriented to maintain multiple projects at once with an overview understanding of what needs completed for each design project.