Urban Outfitters Designer - Furniture

Urban Outfitters Home Design is looking for a Furniture Designer. The furniture Designer is responsible for creating and executing the private label design development for all product classes relating to furniture. This can include Furniture, Lighting and storage. This position requires a highly motivated and experienced problem solver who is able to see the process from conception through final sample. They must be able to react quickly and multitask, keep current on design and brand appropriate trends, as well as partner and collaborate with other designers, production and buyers.

• Create innovative and brand appropriate design solutions for all facets of furniture.
• Complete detailed design briefs for all new product development.
• Present design solutions to the Design and Buying Teams.
• Respond to critique and direction with an open mind.
• Manage and complete line plan requirements from Buyers on a seasonal basis.
• Quickly develop chase product closer to seasonal trends and needs.
• Work closely with manager and department lead to develop a cohesive product assortment that both fulfill business needs, as well as pushing the envelope with new product development.
• Attend follow-up meetings for all products and manage workload accordingly.
• Regular communication between Buyers, Design Coordinator and Production team.
• Research globally and domestically for new materials, processes and fabrications.
• Keep current on Department, UO Brand and companywide initiatives.
• Research and present to Design Director new product and trend ideas for each season.
• Prep and present overall concepts with Design team to Buying and Production teams each season.
  
  

• Degree in Product Design, Industrial Design or Furniture Design preferred.
• 4-6 Years working in the design industry.
• Working knowledge of Adobe programs: Photoshop and Illustrator, AI software, Solidowrks and Keyshot; as well as Microsoft Office Suite with a focus on Powerpoint are all a requirement for this position.

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits.

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.