606 Custom Design jobs in the United States

Store - SANDUSKY, OH

Lead and coach a team of framers who focus on building customer relationships while creating a framing solution for their art. Drive custom framing sales. Assist customers in creating a memorable framing solution for their art.

Major Activities

• Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Company programs to ensure compliance to applicable laws and requirements; ensure execution of Company policies and standards; hold team accountable for store conditions and results

• Develop and coach the team selling behaviors

• Leads the delivery of high-quality custom framing solutions to our customers on time by planning workload in partnership with the Store Manager

• Achieve your KPI’s and manage the framing team to achieve their role KPI’s

• Review sales and production workload and build plans and sales floor time for networking.

• Manage and execute the inventory management processes as assigned

• Manage and execute shrink and safety programs.

• Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD)

• Assist with interviewing, on-boarding, coaching, observing and training of new Team members; support with Talent Development activities; participate in Performance Mgmt. activities of your team; utilize the leadership competencies for continued self-development

• Partners with MOD’s daily on the expectations of framing and other framers.

• Interacts with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remains positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promotes commitment to the organization’s vision and values; projects a positive image and serves as a role model for others

• Participate in the truck un-load and stocking processes to ensure truck standards are followed and completed within budget

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs and ensure a safe environment

• Acknowledge customers, help locate product and provide solutions

• Assist with Omni channel processes

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Type of experience the job requires

• Basic computer skills

Preferred Type of experience the job requires

• Previous custom framing experience is preferred

• Retail management experience

• Experience leading a sales team

Physical Requirements

• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching and stretching

• Ability to move throughout the store

• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time

• Lifting heavy boxes and frames and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment

• If you need help performing these functions of your job, please contact supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you and find a reasonable accommodation

Work Environment

• Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press ; work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc, our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity . As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com ( and Michaels.ca . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels ( , a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit 

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com .

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all c ustomers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at -MICHAEL).

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We are seeking a Product Designer to join its Content Experience Product Design team and execute the product design and strategy. This focuses on engaging ways for users to discover, consume, and stay updated on stories that matter to them—whether through reading, watching, or listening in real time. As Product Designer on the team, you’ll work through all phases of the product design process. Your focus will be on creating the UX, visual design, and product design strategy for our subscribers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, sales, brand, editorial and marketing, to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences, foster business growth, and maximize product value. This role reports to the Product Design Lead, Discovery.

What Motivates You
• User & business impact: You are passionate about identifying opportunities that positively impact users and the business, with a focus on defining and developing differentiated product experiences for business decision-makers who read The Washington Post.
• Creative Expression: You seek ways to express your creativity and bring innovative ideas to fruition. Crafting unique and visually appealing solutions with strong interaction design and aesthetic language is a source of fulfillment.
• Problem-solving: You are drawn to the challenge of finding creative solutions to complex problems and translating complexity into simplicity. Overcoming design challenges and optimizing user experiences motivate you.
• Continuous Learning: The ever-evolving nature of design and technology excites you. You stay updated on new tools, trends, and techniques and enjoy learning and mastering new skills.
• Collaboration: You thrive in the collaborative nature of product design work and enjoy opportunities to work with diverse teams and disciplines.
• Ownership & attention to detail: You are organized, driven, and committed to delivering high-quality work while ensuring the details are right.

How You'll Support The Mission
• End-to-end product design: Work through the design process to iteratively design and deliver a cohesive and scalable product features our site and app, from project kick-off through launch and post-launch improvements.
• Independently conceptualize design solutions: Generate creative and scalable design concepts that align with user needs and business goals, translating ideas into tangible design solutions.
• Create sophisticated prototypes: Build interactive prototypes to visualize and test the functionality and user experience, iterating designs based on qualitative and quantitative feedback.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, brand designers, marketing, and editorial stakeholders, to ensure design cohesion and successful implementation.
• Conduct and integrate research: Analyze user data, conduct user interviews and usability testing, evaluate behaviors, and integrate insights into product designs that are intuitive, user-friendly, and address real-world challenges.
• Refine & deliver design specs iteratively: Continuously refine and improve design solutions based on usability testing, user feedback, and changing project requirements. Provide engineering teams with detailed design specs and support implementation through design QA and testing.
• Stay informed on industry trends: Monitor competitors and broader design trends to ensure WP Intelligence delivers a modern, innovative user experience.
• Advocate for design quality: Serve as a champion of user-centered design across teams to foster design thinking and deliver best-in-class solutions.

The Skills and Experience You Bring
• A portfolio that shows a strong body of product design work that highlights practical skills, creative problem-solving, and the ability to address user and business needs effectively
• 2+ years of product design experience, preferably with some in digital editorial or B2B products
• Proficiency in design software and tools such as Figma, ProtoPie, HTML/CSS, Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design and prototyping tools
• Familiarity with front-end development concepts and agile development to collaborate effectively with engineers
• Expertise in user-centered design processes, including user research, persona creation, usability testing, and analytics
• Experience using quantitative and qualitative data to inform design decisions, identify user needs, and measure success
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication, as well as presentation skills
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred qualifications
• Experience designing for editorial subscription products.
• Familiarity with best practices for AI focused products
• Background in audio/video storytelling, and/or data visualization
• Passion for The Washington Post or the journalism industry at large.
• Knowledge of policy, regulatory, or enterprise-focused industries.

Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

• Player-coach role leading Product Design across the Crusoe Cloud portfolio: Be a champion for our users, with a deep understanding of their needs
• Consistently deliver delightful, high craft, user-centered solutions that meet our user's needs while also unlocking our business goals
• Lead the end-to-end design process for features large and small, as well as 0-1 launches
• Influence product direction and strategy through research, storytelling and design thinking
• Collaborate with product managers and GTM teams to define feature requirements and user stories
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions
• Communicate design ideas at various stages using wireframes, flow diagrams, storyboards, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups
• Deliver clean, detailed design specs that engineering is ready to work off of
• Participate in design critiques and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Help with hiring and establishing a design culture within the company
• Contribute to and leverage our design system

• 10+ years of experience in Product or UX Design, managing a team of designers with a player-coach approach
• Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end and technical user-centric product design experience, leading to positive impact on business metrics
• Proficiency in Figma as well as related design and prototyping tools
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to turn visions into concepts and designs
• Solid written and visual storytelling skills to drive alignment and excitement
• Hands-on experience with GenAI product design for technical audiences, demonstrated personal interest in incorporating GenAI into your own Product Design playbook
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Embody the company values

• Industry competitive pay
• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
• Employer contributions to HSA accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Teladoc
• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Subscription to the Calm app
• MetLife Legal
• Company paid commuter benefit; $300 per month

• Strategic Design Vision & Excellence: Develops and communicates a strategic design vision for the product suite, aligning with overall business goals and objectives. Sets and maintains high standards for design quality, ensuring a consistent and exceptional user experience across all products.
• Design System Leadership: Oversees the development and evolution of design systems, ensuring consistency and efficiency in design workflows.
• User Research & Insights: Champions user research initiatives targeted at gathering insights that inform design decisions, user workflow and overall user experience
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborates with product management, engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of design solutions within the product development lifecycle.

• 8-10+ years of experience in product design, with 5+ years in a leadership or director-level role
• Proven track record of successful leadership in a product design capacity.
• Experience in managing design teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Experience with working on consumer-facing products or complex enterprise-level applications.
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.

• Open, inclusive, and fun environment
• Benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as 401(k)
• Competitive salary plus RSUs
• Flexible PTO
• Opportunity to be a part of a company that is revolutionizing the legal industry
• Growth opportunities throughout the company

• David, previous co-founder/CEO of Triplemint, ran training, coaching, and operations for a 250 person sales team. He led Triplemint to acquisition and currently sits on the board of The Agency RE, a 250M revenue business.
• Zander was technical co-founder of Nomad Health (now post-Series D). He most recently led Platform at Hyperscience AI, developing workflow orchestration systems for computer vision models.

• Architect UX solutions to complex customer challenges, including how non-technical GTM users manage hybrid AI/human workflows
• Lead user research and testing to deeply understand customer needs to ensure informed product decision making
• Define quantitative success criteria for Spara's products across multiple dimensions
• Work with the leadership team to continuously define Spara's product roadmap
• Operate with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating closely with leadership to shape the product roadmap and technical vision
• Drive innovation by staying current with best practices and emerging trends in AI applications
• Contribute to our culture of sustainable innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• FastAPI / Python
• React / Typescript, Vite, Tailwind
• Postgres + pgvector
• Multiple foundation models, including OpenAI and Anthropic
• Google Cloud, Docker
• GitHub Actions

• 6+ years product design experience, including a strong focus on enterprise SaaS and a demonstrated deep interest in the rapidly emerging landscape of AI-native products
• Strong grasp of product design methodologies, modern tooling, and technologies across the stack
• Proven ability to thrive in early-stage, agile environments and define solutions in the face of ambiguity and uncertainty
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Hybrid: 3 days per week in our office in downtown Manhattan, with the option to work remotely on Wednesdays and Fridays

• Competitive salary, ranging from 150k to 260k depending on title and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Sustainable work culture that values focused work and professional growth
• Collaborative environment with experienced engineers solving cutting-edge challenges
• In-office culture in NYC with flexibility for work-life balance
• Opportunity to create measurable, real-world impact from day one

• Lead and mentor a team of UX/UI designers, fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and collaboration.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to define product vision and user experience strategy.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions and improve user satisfaction.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that effectively communicate design concepts.
• Ensure consistency in design across all platforms and products while adhering to brand guidelines.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to continually enhance our design processes.
• Manage project timelines, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely delivery of design solutions.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the organization and contribute to product strategy discussions.
• Oversee the entire design process, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.
• Ensure design consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all products.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources to ensure timely and high-quality output.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in UX/UI design, preferably within the governance or similar industry.
• 5+ years of managerial experience with a proven track record of leading design projects from concept to execution.

• Strong portfolio showcasing practical design work, including case studies that demonstrate the design process and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and prototyping tools.
• Experience with responsive and mobile-first design, specifically for iOS applications.

• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, usability testing, and user research methodologies.
• Ability to balance in-depth research with timely design delivery, accommodating both strategic and tactical needs.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate user needs and translate them into design solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to tackle complex design challenges with innovative solutions.

• Up-to-date knowledge of current design trends, best practices, and emerging technologies within the design and governance fields.
• Ability to make design recommendations based on industry standards and best practices.

• Experience working cross-functionally with product management, engineering, and marketing teams.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present and articulate design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
• The willingness to work extended hours to accommodate clients and team members in other regions.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and design sprints.

• Experience in the Governance industry or similar regulatory environments.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to 10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family : Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities