Product Designer

About Shinola

At Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well-loved.  Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design, and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy—in a style that is uniquely their own!  Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.  

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Product Designer will lead the creation of innovative and brand-right designs with a focus on watch product design. This is a mid-level role responsible for developing original concepts, driving product design from ideation through production, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality designs that embody Shinola’s heritage. The Designer will balance creativity and technical execution, with a proven track record in product design and an emphasis on watches or related accessories.

Responsibilities

• Design original watch concepts and collections that reflect Shinola’s aesthetic and brand vision.
• Lead seasonal design presentations, communicating creative direction and product concepts.
• Conduct market and trend research to identify opportunities and ensure competitive positioning.
• Develop detailed sketches, renderings, and design specifications to guide development.
• Own color, material, and finish selections for watch collections.
• Build and maintain accurate design documentation, including tech packs.
• Partner with Product Development, Merchandising, and Production teams to bring designs to life.
• Ensure designs meet technical and quality standards throughout the development lifecycle.
• Mentor and collaborate with Associate Designers to foster growth and creativity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
• 2–5 years of design experience in watches, accessories, or consumer products.
• Strong creative and conceptual design skills, with a refined sense of aesthetics.
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing watch or product design work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Skilled in 3D design software (SolidWorks, Alias) and rendering software (Keyshot).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Note: This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive.  Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Filson and Shinola are equal opportunity employers. We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination.  It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.  Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.

With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as "reasonable accommodation" to enable a person to perform his or her job.