About the job Product & Brand Designer (Industrial + Visual Design)
Job Title: Product & Brand Designer (Industrial + Visual Design)
Location: Columbus, Ohio (On-site preferred)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Client
Our client is a rapidly growing premium lifestyle brand that designs and develops high-quality consumer products. They are building more than just products they're creating a legacy brand that stands for timeless design, premium craftsmanship, and unrivaled customer experience. With a high-energy, entrepreneurial culture, the company thrives on adaptability, creativity, and a relentless commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities
Product Development & Industrial Design
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Design and develop consumer packaged goods with a focus on premium lifestyle products.
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Create 3D product models using CAD software.
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Collaborate with manufacturers to ensure products are designed for manufacturability, including technical drawings, specifications, and production guidelines.
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Expand and improve existing product lines with new variations and accessories.
Visual Design & Rendering
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Produce high-quality, realistic product renderings for marketing, e-commerce, and promotional use.
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Create graphic assets that integrate product imagery into ads, packaging, and promotional materials.
Photography & Video
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Capture professional product photography for website, campaigns, and social media.
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Edit photos and videos to align with brand storytelling.
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Contribute to the creative direction of lifestyle and product shoots.
Digital Design & Website Aesthetics
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Support improvements to website visuals and user experience.
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Ensure all product visuals and digital assets follow brand guidelines and aesthetic standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Partner with marketing to deliver assets for campaigns.
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Collaborate with operations and product teams to align design work with business goals.
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Adapt quickly to evolving priorities of a high-growth environment.
Expectations
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Bachelors degree in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
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Proven experience in consumer product design and development.
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Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360, or similar).
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Strong rendering skills (KeyShot, Blender, or equivalent).
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Graphic design expertise using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
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Photography and photo editing experience (product and lifestyle).
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Video editing skills (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or similar software).
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Familiarity with website design tools/platforms (Shopify, WordPress, or front-end design experience is a plus).
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Strong eye for aesthetics, brand consistency, and visual storytelling.
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Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
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Flexible and comfortable wearing multiple hats across product and marketing design.
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Team-oriented communicator who can balance detail orientation with speed.
Compensation
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Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 annually (based on experience).
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Growth opportunities in a rapidly scaling company.
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Creative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work culture.
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Opportunity to see designs go from concept to market.
Hiring Process
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First interview with Zabota.
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Interview with the client.
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Design task.
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Final offer.