About Us:
Telementum was established in 2021 as a holding company for some of the largest and most recognized brands in mobile accessories. Our portfolio of brands include:
Speck Products is known for its innovative and stylish cases that offer both protection and personalization for consumers' devices.
Tech21 combines science, engineering, and British design to create products that address three core consumer benefits: style, protection, and performance.
Alphacomm custom designs, manufactures, and distributes wireless accessories to over 18,000 points of distribution in North America.
JOB PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Chief Design Officer, this role carries responsibility for adding value to the design team from earliest research and insight through to green light for manufacture, as well as leadership and management.
You will be working on projects in a diverse and growing product portfolio, focusing on mobile phone, laptop, and tablet accessories and screen protection solutions.
As a CMF Designer, you will be responsible for bringing products to market, liaising daily between Product Design, Category Managers, Marketers, and Project, Engineering, and Quality Control Teams.
Key Areas of Responsibilities
* Assist in the creation of category-leading CMF Design of our products from concept through various stages of development to production.
* Support in sourcing and maintaining a comprehensive internal library of inspirational materials and finishes.
* Ideate and develop colours, materials, and finishes to realise CMF Design narratives.
* Take an active role in growing the CMF function at Tech21.
* Support in discovering new resources for materials to enhance innovation.
* Develop and maintain good relationships with internal teams for project success.
* Guide project teams and customers through the design process.
* Plan and facilitate workshops with internal teams and clients.
* Support new Tech21 business efforts and shape proposal approaches.
* Work closely with the wider Product Design and Engineering teams.
* Liaise with partner manufacturers on collaborative design projects.
* Assist in project planning and provide technical support.
* Discuss and solve complex problems with manufacturing departments.
* Share expertise in strategic thinking and facilitate collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Person Specification
* A degree in Textile Design, Colour and Material Design, Product or Industrial Design or equivalent. (Desirable)
* Professional CMF experience.
* Highly motivated and collaborative.
* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Superior colour vision and eye for detail.
* Ability to travel if required.
* Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, KeyShot, and Office Suite.
* Base understanding of soft and hard material developments.
* Ability to interpret and communicate research findings.
* Deep understanding of current market trends.
* Articulate strategic intent and create supporting presentation materials.
Benefits:
* Pension
* 25 days holiday plus Bank holidays
* Your birthday off and we honour any religious holidays you celebrate
* Hybrid working (4 days in office)
* Support for Career Development
* Generous Family Friendly policies
* Free phone case + Family & Friends Discount
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