Job Description

WHO WE ARE :

The FoundRae Collection is more than jewelry. The pieces are modern heirlooms, ones that allow the wearer to express something of themself to the world. The Foundrae collection is intended to become part of the wearer, a second skin, to be an expression of identity and of personal values.

The collection is founded on a lexicon of archetypal, mythological and classical symbols with the intention of inspiring the wearer to take the wisdom passed down through generations and apply that to one’s own life. Foundrae is a reminder, one we wear against our hearts or on our hands, of our capacity for change and growth. When you wear one of these pieces, you are announcing to yourself and to the world that everything you want and everything you want to be is already inside you - all you have to do is claim it.

POSITION SCOPE:

The Jewelry Designer will be a key member of the design team, contributing to seasonal product launches, research and development initiatives, and store-exclusive assortments. This role requires strong creative vision, technical expertise, and the ability to translate brand direction into innovative and commercially viable designs. The designer will collaborate directly with the brand owner, the SVP of Design, and cross-functional teams across sourcing, production, and merchandising to ensure that every design upholds Foundrae’s standards of craftsmanship, symbolism, and storytelling. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, combining artistry with disciplined execution and curiosity-driven experimentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Seasonal & Core Launch Development:

• Design seasonal launches and ongoing core categories in alignment with brand identity and creative direction.
• Translate creative direction and develop sketches, renderings, and technical drawings that clearly communicate design intent.
• Participate in creative reviews, material selection, and prototype development to ensure design integrity and manufacturability.

R&D Projects:

• Lead exploratory design, innovation-driven R&D initiatives that often involves new materials, construction techniques, and finishing processes.
• Collaborate with PD/Sourcing team to prototype and test new ideas, pushing the boundaries of craftsmanship.
• Document research learnings and integrate findings with the team into future product development.

Store Exclusives:

• Collaborate with SVP of Design to concept and design special FoundRae retail store exclusive product line.

CAD & Technical Review;

• Review 3D CAD models and provide detailed feedback on structure, proportion, and aesthetics.
• Collaborate with product engineers and vendors to ensure design feasibility and quality standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner closely with PD/Sourcing, and Merchandising teams to align on timelines, costs, production feasibility and sampling process.
• Support sampling and pre-production reviews to maintain creative and technical consistency.
• Effectively communicate design intent and revision comments to cross-functional team.

Team Operations & Project Management:

• Track and manage multiple concurrent projects and ensure timely progress.
• Maintain organized digital design archives, specs, and design documents.
• Assist in managing freelance designers or external collaborators as needed.
• Participate in regular design meetings and contribute to creative brainstorming.

Key Talent Qualities:

• Creative Vision: Strong fine jewelry aesthetic and passion for craftsmanship and innovation.
• Design Versatility: Ability to interpret seasonal direction and translate concepts into cohesive product designs.
• Detail-Oriented: Skilled in managing intricate design details, technical drawings, and CAD reviews.
• Innovative Thinker: Strong curiosity and creative problem-solving skills for R&D and new techniques or materials.
• Collaborative Partner: Experienced in working closely with cross-functional teams, leadership, and vendors.
• Communicator: Clear and precise in giving design feedback and communicating intent through drawings and specs.
• Organized & Deadline-Driven: Comfortable managing multiple design tracks and adhering to timelines.

Qualifications

• Degree in Jewelry Design, Metalsmithing, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 4–6+ years of experience in fine jewelry design and product development.
• Strong understanding of fine jewelry construction, manufacturing techniques, and materials. Deep appreciation for craftsmanship and product innovation.
• Proficiency in CAD review and rendering tools (Rhino, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, etc).
• Tech Proficient: Proficiency in Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office. Proficiency in Rhinoceros is a big plus, at least familiarity with for CAD review. Familiarity in project management platform(Monday.com), ERP system, and/or FTP system is a plus.

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