Associate Designer (Hybrid)

Overview

• The Jewelry Associate Designer / PD supports the end-to-end creation of jewelry collections — from concept through production.
  This role partners closely with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Vendors to deliver trend-driven, high-quality execution, and cost-effective assortments that align with brand strategy and seasonal direction.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Product Development

• Support the full PD lifecycle, from initial concept through final sample approvals.
• Partner with the manager to translate sketches and inspiration into technical specifications and product briefs.
• Assist in designing jewelry collections — from spec pack to final prototype — with the target customer and price point in mind.
• Review samples and make recommendations for design, proportion, and finish adjustments.
• Participate in product reviews to ensure design integrity, brand alignment, and quality consistency.

Trend & Research

• Research seasonal trends, color stories, and materials to bring fresh, revenue-driving ideas to life.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and emerging jewelry techniques to inspire innovation.
• Stay current on new materials, finishes, and construction methods that can enhance design quality and efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Merchandising and Sourcing to align timelines, costs, and design intent.
• Manage and track sample development to ensure on-time delivery.
• Support vendor communication, feedback, and revisions as needed.
• Prepare presentations and assist in seasonal reviews and trend decks.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in jewelry or fashion accessories design/Product Development.
• Strong creative sense with technical understanding of materials, plating, and construction.
• Excellent organization, follow-up, and communication skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Positive, proactive, and collaborative mindset in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Miro is a plus.

Success Looks Like

• Trend-right, brand-aligned assortments delivered on time.
• Clean communication and alignment between design, sourcing, and merchandising.
• Strong understanding of the customer and ability to translate trends into commercially viable designs.

Claire’s is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave.

Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave in required states.

*Sick Time: For the State of Washington, all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.

Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email [email protected]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.