Jewellery Designer

Job Specification - Jewellery Designer

Experience: 2+ years

Positions Available: 6

A mid-level Jewellery Designer should have a good understanding of different styles of

designs. He/She should be able to conceptualize original designs, develop collections, and

translate ideas into production-ready jewellery while keeping current market trends,

craftsmanship, and commercial appeal in mind. 

Software Knowledge: Corel Draw or Adobe illustrator or any other software they are

comfortable with for developing designs.

Technical Knowledge: Understanding of metal weights, stone setting and manufacturing

constraints, specific to silver jewellery.

Project Based Learning: Researching, Trend study, Sketching, Rendering and making

Product development sheets.

Colleges attended: NIFT, Pearl Academy, JDTI, IIGJ, etc.

Preferred Companies worked with in the past: Caratlane, Bluestone, Amrapali, Shaya, Giva,

Quirksmith, Tanishq, Exotic India art, Tribal ornaments, Tarakesh, Shyle, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proficiency in hand sketching or ideating Indian traditional style designing.

• Proficiency in exploring Contemporary concepts, shapes, etc.

• Good with thinking about forms, explorations, permutations and combinations.

• Comfortable exploring innovative techniques and staying up to date on trends and

analysing which styles or products and price points are selling well in the market.

• Developing designs according to brand aesthetics, target audience, and price points.

• Creating original jewellery designs for new collections and seasonal launches.

• Ability to present ideas to the team clearly - an openness and excitement to hear

feedback, give feedback and incorporate feedback into designs and processes.

• Developing concepts, sketches, mood boards, and detailed design presentations.

• Converting design concepts into production-ready drawings/ specifications,

according to company guidelines.

• Working with senior designers to ensure all designs are practical, aesthetically

balanced, and commercially viable.

• Provide timely input on physical product attributes to the Design Associates for SKU

creation.

• Working proactively in order to complete all tasks within given timelines.

• Taking ownership of their collection end-to-end to keep the freshness and

excitement infusion into the designs for the long run.

• Maintaining design documentation, specifications, and collection records.

• Participating in cross-team collection planning, special event collection ideation and

general contribution of creative ideas for new product lines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional jewellery design experience. Ideal (but not required) to have

specific experience in 925 sterling silver designing.

• Degree/diploma in Jewellery Design.

• Strong knowledge of jewellery construction, materials, gemstones, and

manufacturing techniques.

• Proficiency in hand sketching and/or jewellery design software such as Rhino,

MatrixGold, JewelCAD, or similar tools.

• Good understanding of proportions, detailing, finishing, and wearability.

• Strong knowledge of current jewellery trends and consumer preferences.

• Excellent attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple designs and deadlines.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A positive attitude and excitement to make a difference.