Director of Custom Wallcovering Design

Pay: $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Lead a creative team and bring extraordinary custom wallcoverings and large-scale murals to life for commercial and luxury residential spaces.
• Take ownership of the creative vision, from initial concepts and art direction to stunning, installation-ready designs.
• Work with innovative digital printing technologies and collaborate with talented designers, production specialists, and industry professionals.
• Make a lasting impact by shaping creative standards, mentoring your team, and elevating the customer experience.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Join a collaborative, design-driven environment where creativity, innovation, and sustainability are valued.

Location

Louisville, KY | Fully On-Site

Join our creative team in Louisville, where you'll collaborate closely with designers and production specialists to bring exceptional custom projects to life. Relocation assistance may be considered for an exceptional candidate.

Note

Candidates must have 5+ years of relevant design experience, including 2+ years of creative or design team management experience. Hands-on experience with large-format artwork, custom murals, wallcoverings, or related surface design is essential, along with strong Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator skills. A portfolio demonstrating relevant large-scale custom design work is required for interview consideration.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established manufacturer of innovative, design-forward wallcoverings and architectural surfaces serving commercial and high-end residential markets. Our team combines creativity, advanced printing technology, and a commitment to sustainable design to transform spaces into inspiring environments. We believe in empowering talented professionals to make meaningful creative contributions while collaborating with a team that values quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences.

Job Description

• Lead the creative vision and execution of custom wallcoverings, murals, and large-format digital artwork.
• Translate client concepts, mood boards, and design briefs into original, visually compelling artwork ready for production.
• Manage and mentor a team of designers and project managers while establishing creative standards and efficient studio workflows.
• Oversee digital file preparation, image scaling, color accuracy, layouts, repeats, and panel-to-panel design continuity.
• Collaborate with interior designers, distribution partners, and customers to develop concepts, present designs, and manage revisions.
• Partner with manufacturing and production teams to ensure custom artwork translates beautifully from digital concept to finished installation.
• Manage multiple creative projects, maintain quality standards, and deliver exceptional results on schedule.
• Explore emerging design technologies, printing techniques, and materials to continuously elevate our custom design capabilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in surface design, digital art direction, large-format graphic design, or a closely related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience managing or leading a creative or design team.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating custom murals, large-format artwork, wallcoverings, or related surface design projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Experience with large-format artwork preparation, scaling, repeats, layouts, and production-ready digital files.
• Working knowledge of wide-format digital printing, color management, and proofing processes.
• Strong creative leadership, project management, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Experience with gravure printing, print RIP software, or commercial wallcovering manufacturing is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful creative projects, develop a talented team, and see your ideas transform into beautiful finished spaces. Our collaborative environment encourages fresh thinking, professional growth, and creative ownership.

We offer the stability of an established business alongside exciting opportunities to innovate, influence design direction, and make a visible impact.

If you're passionate about custom design, large-format artwork, and leading creative teams, we'd love to see your portfolio and learn more about you.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance