Surface Designer

Après Nail has innovated the nail market as the creator of Gel X. Our mission is to improve nail industry standards and the lives of nail artists by providing innovative products that help both them and their services thrive. Our nails are seen everywhere, from the Met Gala to the Oscars to your local nail salon. The Gel X revolution is real, and we're looking for our next great team member! We’re looking for a versatile graphic designer with strong visual taste, fast instincts, and a genuine passion for design. This role isn’t limited to one lane—you’ll tackle a wide range of creative needs, from artwork and illustrations to patterns, layouts, and brand visuals. You’re comfortable wearing multiple hats, moving quickly, and using AI as a powerful creative partner. You’re curious, trend‑aware, and excited to help shape what’s next in beauty and nail culture. You understand that great design comes from both intuition and execution—and that speed matters just as much as aesthetics. Qualifications 3+ years of professional experience in graphic design Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Advanced experience using AI tools for image generation, ideation, and creative iteration Familiarity with digital asset specs, file organization, and production‑ready file preparation Working knowledge of print production, printing methods, and print file setup Strong understanding of color theory, composition, and visual hierarchy Excellent visual taste with a strong fashion sense and awareness of fast‑moving trends Expert‑level proficiency in both hand‑drawn and digital illustration, with the ability to execute intricate, highly detailed, production‑ready artwork Experience working in project management platforms such as Asana Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize efficiently, and meet tight deadlines Strong communication skills and comfort collaborating across creative, marketing, and R&D teams Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and excited to join a fast‑moving environment What You’ll Do Create and design a wide range of visual assets, including illustrations, patterns, artwork, and brand graphics Use AI‑assisted and traditional design workflows to generate, refine, and iterate creative concepts quickly Translate creative direction, product ideas, and brand needs into strong visual outputs with a clear point of view Create detailed hand‑drawn and digital illustrations, translating concepts into elevated, production‑ready artwork Develop intricate vector graphics from scratch, ensuring precision, scalability, and technical accuracy Refine and clean up hand‑drawn concepts, transforming them into polished digital assets aligned with brand standards Prepare print‑ready production files, including proper ink builds, specialty finishes, material considerations, dielines, and layer separations Contribute to cohesive visual systems and collections across products, packaging, and marketing Stay plugged into fast‑moving trends in fashion, beauty, and nail culture—and act on them Collaborate closely with creative, marketing, and R&D teams to bring ideas to life efficiently What We’re Looking For Strong visual instincts and solid design fundamentals Experience across graphic design, illustration, artwork, or pattern‑based work Working knowledge of digital specs, file setup, and print production processes Familiarity with common printing methods (offset, digital, specialty finishes, etc.) and how design translates to physical products Comfort working fast, iterating often, and juggling multiple types of design tasks AI‑savvy: experience using AI tools thoughtfully to enhance creativity and productivity Strong sense of style with awareness of emerging trends Passion for nails, beauty, and evolving brand aesthetics Self‑motivated and adaptable Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite A portfolio showcasing a range of design work Nice to Have Background in fashion, beauty, textiles, or surface design Experience refining AI‑generated artwork into production‑ready assets The pay range for this role is: 60,000 - 70,000 USD per year (Gale) #J-18808-Ljbffr