🏢 Company: Taphandles
🇺🇸 Location: United States
🌎 Work Model: On-Site
Company Overview
Headquartered in Seattle, WA, with operations in Austin, TX, the UK, Europe, and Asia, Taphandles specializes in product design and manufacturing for the beverage industry.
Position Summary
We are seeking an artistic Designer with 1-5 years of experience and a ‘can-do’ attitude to join our award-winning design team where we partner with some of the largest beverage brands in the world designing one-of-a-kind tap handles and other custom draft solutions.
Role Highlights
Our design-to-delivery cycle is short, and you will see your work hit the market in a matter of months. A successful candidate will contribute to and assist in bringing beverage brands to life from concept ideation through design sign-off.
Responsibilities/Opportunities
Collaborate directly with customers to understand their design requirementsInterpret initial ideas and create quick thumbnail sketches for reviewDevelop and present design concepts to customers or stakeholdersProduce high quality hand sketched analog and digital renderingsRefine design work based on customer feedbackDevelop an understanding of our broad manufacturing capabilities such as: metal machining, wood working, urethane casting, die-casting, injection-molding, electroplating, powder coating, 3D printing, artwork decorationKeeping up-to-date with the latest design trends and advancements in design technologyOpportunity to work in a positive, supportive and respectful creative work environmentWinning! Our talented team of designers participates in design competitions where they are recognized professionally for their unique and innovative design work
Skills
Excellent hand sketching abilities for rapid thumbnail concept generationExcellent verbal and visual communication skillsProficiency with Adobe SuiteWorking knowledge of Blender, ZBrush or Rhino3D a plus
Requirements
A portfolio of work demonstrating strong illustrative design (character design a plus)Willingness and interest to collaborate directly with customersAbility to deliver high-quality artwork against tight deadlinesAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyWillingness to relocate to Austin (if outside)
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance, including medical (100% employer-sponsored), dental, and vision plans401(k) retirement plans with company matching up to 4%Paid Time Off including vacation days, quarterly personal days, holidays, and parental leaveAccess to LinkedIn Learning to further your professional developmentEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Employer-sponsored Life Insurance
Application Details
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and PDF portfolio (<10Mb) to: RecruitDesign@taphandles.com
Interview Process
1. Portfolio screening2. Introductory phone screening3. Remote “Teams” interview4. Skills test
Additional Information
Check out some of our recent work here: Portfolio – Taphandles – Custom Tap Handles, Fonts, and ProductsPlease note, this role is only open to those with US working privileges and unfortunately, we are unable to respond to all applications. Taphandles, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.