Hours 1-2 days per week (7-14 hours), remote and flexible, with potential for a permanent role.
Working closely with the founder of Harper & Blake, you will help research, conceptualise and develop original prints and artwork for our growing collections of phone cases, tech accessories and lifestyle products.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Researching contemporary print trends, emerging aesthetics and visual inspiration across fashion, accessories, interiors and lifestyle.
- Developing original motifs, illustrations, repeat patterns and placement prints.
- Exploring creative variations in motif shape, scale, composition, colour and texture.
- Creating visually compelling, commercially appealing print concepts, from minimalist graphics to expressive statement designs.
- Developing complementary colourways and design variations to build cohesive collections.
- Translating creative ideas into artwork suitable for phone cases and other physical products.
- Proactively presenting fresh design concepts, visual references and creative directions.
- Refining designs through feedback, experimentation and insights from customer preferences and product performance.
- Preparing high-quality, editable artwork for production using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop or equivalent software.
You will have the opportunity to contribute your own ideas, explore different creative directions and see your work developed into real products.
We are particularly interested in someone who understands how simple motifs can become distinctive and desirable designs through thoughtful composition, proportion, colour and placement.
Skills and Experience Required
We’re particularly looking for someone with an exceptional eye for design, strong creative instincts and a genuine interest in contemporary prints and patterns.
Essential skills and qualities:
- A strong portfolio demonstrating creativity and visual judgement in print, pattern, illustration or surface design.
- Excellent sensitivity to colour, composition, scale, proportion and visual balance.
- The ability to develop original, attractive and distinctive design concepts.
- An interest in contemporary fashion, accessories, lifestyle design and emerging visual trends.
- Creativity and versatility across different print styles, from bold statement graphics to refined minimalist patterns.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop or equivalent professional design software.
- The ability to research visual inspiration and translate ideas into original artwork.
- A proactive, curious and collaborative approach, with enthusiasm for presenting new ideas and responding to feedback.
Desirable, but not essential:
- Experience creating repeat patterns, placement prints or surface artwork.
- Understanding of artwork preparation for printed products.
- Experience designing for fashion, textiles, accessories, stationery or homewares.
- An interest in commercial design and understanding what makes products visually appealing to customers.
We welcome applications from recent graduates, emerging designers, self-taught creatives and experienced professionals.
Commercial experience is not essential. University projects, personal collections and experimental work are welcome.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.
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