Designer, Nursery/Seasonal - Pottery Barn Kids

Designer, Nursery/Seasonal – Pottery Barn Kids Job Description About the Team In Product Design, we drive and manage sample development from concept through to production, working hand-in-hand with Design, Technical Design, Merchants, and Sourcing team members. About the Role As a Nursery & Seasonal Textiles Designer, you will support the development of new product lines across seasonal launches, ensuring designs reflect current trends, brand aesthetic, and business objectives. You will actively participate in product development meetings and serve as a key communicator between cross‑functional partners, including agents, merchants, sourcing, and color teams. In collaboration with Senior Management, you will help ensure all deadlines and critical calendar milestones are met. Beyond design execution, you will partner closely with the Director and Head Design Manager to support team collaboration, workflow efficiency, and overall project alignment. The ideal candidate brings a strong design aesthetic, relevant experience in textile or product design, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. A passion for product development, combined with a hands‑on approach to physical presentation and sample setup, is essential for success in this role. Responsibilities Create new designs for textile products and baby bedding and seasonal product lines (stockings, advent calendars, and other seasonal décor). Produce renderings in Photoshop for visual presentations and refine design concepts. Translate design briefs into market‑ready textile patterns and products. Prepare presentation boards, physical samples, and display materials for concept presentations. Collaborate closely with product development, production, and sourcing teams to ensure design intent is maintained through to final product. Work closely with overseas merchants and vendors to develop products with key deadlines top of mind and ensuring all samples are delivered for key presentations. Design and develop specs and concept boards while managing concept all the way through product approval. Proactively support calendar to recognize milestones and key dates. Conduct trend and material research to stay ahead in the market and suggest innovative design directions. Assist with physically setting up for executive presentations. Identify opportunities for innovation in techniques and products. Qualifications Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Minimum 4 years retail product design experience. Strong eye for color, texture, and pattern. Comfortable with hands‑on work, including physical display or showroom setup. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past experience. Degree in Design or equivalent experience. Experience designing category‑specific products; keeping materials and pricing in mind. Experience in identifying and contributing trends and inspiration based on given concept direction. Must have an aspirational taste-level with passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, design aesthetic, and industry trends.

• A plus) Domestic and overseas experience collaborating with factories, understanding price adjustment to reflect brand aesthetic.
• A plus) Knowledge of constructions.

Experience working in Textiles, home, fashion design or similar field. Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand. Criteria This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office. Nice to Have Previous experience in Kids home or kids fashion design. Prior experience preparing presentations for retailers or buyers. Benefits Generous discount on all WSI brands. 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities. Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer. Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits. Tax‑free commuter benefits. Wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health. In‑person and online learning opportunities through WSI University. Cross‑brand and cross‑function career opportunities. Resources for self‑development. Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series. WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or “sponsor” an individual for this position (for example, H‑1B or other employment‑based immigration). This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances. The expected starting pay range for this position is $80,000 – $85,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Williams-Sonoma, Inc.