Concept Designer

Interface, Inc._
- is a global flooring company specializing in carbon neutral carpet tile and resilient flooring, including luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and nora rubber flooring. We help our customers create high-performance interior spaces that support well-being, productivity, and creativity, as well as the sustainability of the planet. Our mission, Climate Take Back, invites you to join us as we commit to operating in a way that is restorative to the planet and creates a climate fit for life._
- Position summary:_

The purpose of this position is to action project based design work within the Design Department covering all areas of the customisation and visualisation of Interface product.
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- rea of Responsibility:_

Project specific Concept Design 80%
- Creates innovative product custom colour solutions.
- Creates conceptual 2D floor designs as well as detailed floorplan documentation for install.
- Visualises product in both 2D and 3D outputs and creates clear and effective design presentations.
- Takes project from initial brief to completion, managing all aspect of the project.
- Liaising directly with Account Managers and their A&D and trade customers.
- Manage the custom sampling process including quality control. Ensuring the correct checks and measures are followed and any foreseeable issue are discussed with production.

Concept Design consultation 10%
- Provides 'on the road' concept design services to current and prospective clients. Specifically, introducing clients to design services, taking briefs, working though customisation solutions and presenting work.
- Travels interstate on average once per month for 2 days to facilitate Concept Design services in our other States.

Market awareness 2%
- Remains aware of current design activities and trends through continued research, design industry events, exhibitions, seminars and workshops.
- Understands and keeps abreast of who our competitors are and what products they have in the market.

General 8%
- Assists in department improvements projects such as updating the creative Image Bank, maintaining digital product libraries, setting up studio templates and maintaining archives.
- Assists in the launching of new products to Sales with 3D imagery and the creation of pallets.
- Creating 3D imagery for Marketing collateral when required.
- Assists in the customisation workshop on client engagement exercises such as Mill Tours.
- Creates floor designs for exhibitions and events as well as floor designs for Interface offices and showrooms.
- Specific measures or standards related to the job_

Creativity & attention to detail
- Strong conceptual skills with good sense of colour and style.
- A good understanding of trend in the commercial environment.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of the creative output.

Deciding & initiating
- Takes responsibility for actions, projects and people, acts with confidence and works under own direction.
- Initiates ideas and generates activity related to improvement.
- Works productively, delivering outcomes within deadline.

Interacting & presenting
- Expresses opinions, information and key points clearly.
- Establishes good relationships with customers and internal staff. Relates to people at all levels and manages conflict well.
- Ability to present to clients and small groups confidently and professionally.

Supporting & cooperating
- Upholds ethics and values and demonstrates integrity.
- Demonstrates an interest in understanding others and recognises and rewards the contribution of others.
- Listens, consults others and communicates proactively.
- Shares expertise and knowledge with others.
- Adapts to changing circumstances, accepts new ideas and change initiatives.

Understanding the broader business
- Demonstrates an understanding of the broader organisational departments and functions.
- Demonstrates an understanding on the design ethos at Interface as well as the key sustainably focuses of the business.
- Qualifications and Experience required_
- Design Degree qualification essential (Textile/Interior Design)
- 2-5 years industry experience is preferred
- Intermediate computer skills
- 2 year professional experience in Adobe Creative Suite or higher essential
- Good Communication skills
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Independent thinker and shows initiative
- Administrative ability and excellent organisation