Product Designer (Soft Goods)

CASETiFY is one of the leading global lifestyle brands to offer customizable tech accessories. We’re industry leaders when it comes to trend forecasting and protecting what matters most; the community platform for creativity and self-expression.

We are an international company that cares about culture and diversity. Our group is headquartered in Hong Kong and has offices in Los Angeles, Seoul, Shanghai, Taipei, Tokyo and our team comes from 30+ nationalities.

We stand up for what we believe in by supporting causes that matter to us and our global community. At CASETiFY, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We are also committed to sponsoring work visas on behalf of qualified candidates if necessary.

Purpose of Position

• CASETiFY is looking for an entrepreneurial, creative, and passionate Product Designer to join our team. You will be a part of the leads in CASETiFY’s product design and innovation to drive the company’s product portfolio growth and expansion.
  

Job Description

• Keep a finger on the pulse of the lifestyle tech accessories market
• Run the entire product design process by managing and running lifestyle tech accessories product design projects from start to finish in collaboration with the product manager
• Assist with concept generation and mood board preparation
• Produce product design drawings, from first sketches to photorealistic 3D renders
• Provide aesthetic specifications including color, material, texture, and finishing that reflect market trends
• Develop industrial design mock-ups when required
• Prepare packaging structure and design 
• Communicate design concepts and principles through visual presentation
• Support product development team with various tech pack and CMF documents
• Collaborate with the product development team to follow through with the prototype as well as sample development process, and give comments where appropriate to ensure the final product is well executed and delivers on the design intent, surface classification, and texturing classification as planned

Requirement

• 3+ years of experience in soft goods, fashion accessories, or relevant product design (candidate with more experience can be considered as Senior Product Designer)
• Bachelor's Degree or above in Product Design, Industrial Design, or related discipline
• Strong proficiency in soft goods 3D design software such as Clo, well as 2D design software including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials, with hands-on experience in soft goods samples & mock-ups
• Strong sense in fashion and trend, passion for fashion and culture
• Good aesthetic sense in color and texture with a strong level of attention to detail
• Excellent planning, prioritizing, and organizational skills to ensure key deadlines are met
• Able to multitask and solve problems creatively
• Highly self-motivated and proactive, with excellent presentation and communication skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and Chinese
• Organized and basic project management