Concept Designer & Prototyper

Overview Position Title : Concept Designer & Prototyper

Department : Operations

Reports to : Jewelry Concept Designer Manager

Location : Merida, Mexico (In-Office required : Monday – Friday) NO REMOTE

About Balfour & Co. Balfour & Co. is one of the world’s leading Collegiate and High School commencement services companies, offering innovative, personalized products like class jewelry, yearbooks, regalia, school uniforms and photography. With brands such as Balfour, GradImages, ArtCarved, and more, we’ve been helping students celebrate life’s most meaningful moments since 1913. Balfour has around 4,000 employees and operates in 3 countries.

JOB SUMMARY This position collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and visualize design concepts that align with the company’s vision. Responsibilities will include creating detailed sketches, wireframes, and interactive prototypes, conducting user research, and iterating designs based on feedback. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical skills, and a keen eye for detail to ensure that design solutions are both aesthetically pleasing and feasible for implementation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and marketers, to understand project requirements and objectives.

Develop innovative concepts and design solutions that align with the company’s vision and goals.

Create detailed sketches, wireframes, and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas.

Utilize various design tools and software to produce high-quality visual representations and interactive prototypes.

Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.

Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in design and prototyping.

Present design concepts and prototypes to stakeholders, incorporating feedback to refine and improve designs.

Work closely with engineering teams to ensure the feasibility and implementation of design solutions

SKILLS Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, or similar tools.

Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.

Strong problem-solving abilities and a creative mindset.

Strong communication and presentation skills

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or a related field.

At least 3 years of proven experience as a Concept Designer, Prototype, or similar role.

Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects and prototypes.

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