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HydroJug

Surface Print Designer

Ogden, UT · On-site

Trend-Reactive Design: Monitor trend signals relevant to HydroJug's customer (color, pattern, surface texture, seasonal themes) and translate them into executable print concepts quickly. Speed of ...

AdvancedMD

UI/UX Product Designer

South Jordan, UT · On-site

As a UI/UX Product Designer will own the design function that makes both surfaces real - shaping ... Collaborate with clinical SMEs to ensure designs reflect real-world practice patterns, not ...

Mariana Minerals

Drill and Blast Engineer

Moab, UT · On-site

... surface copper site in La Sal, UT. In this role, you will lead blast design, oversee drilling ... What You'll Do Blast Design & Optimization * Develop and refine blast patterns and charge designs ...

Trove Brands

Senior Producer

Lehi, UT · On-site

They will partner closely with creative, brand, marketing, photo, video, design, and post ... Work with internal stakeholders and external freelancers or vendors to ensure projects are staffed ...

Ancestry

Lead Product Designer

Draper, UT · On-site +1

$144K - $178K/yr

Evolve Design Foundations: Bring structure to ambiguity by defining core interaction patterns, frameworks, and reusable design components that ensure consistency across all product surfaces.

Ancestry

Lead Product Designer

Draper, UT · On-site +1

$144K - $178K/yr

Evolve Design Foundations: Bring structure to ambiguity by defining core interaction patterns, frameworks, and reusable design components that ensure consistency across all product surfaces.

Podium

Senior Product Designer

Lehi, UT · On-site

The interaction patterns for this don't exist yet - you'll help create them. You'll be a design ... Set the design standard for the team and raise the craft bar across the entire product surface

Podium

Senior Product Designer

Lehi, UT · On-site

The interaction patterns for this don't exist yet - you'll help create them. You'll be a design ... Set the design standard for the team and raise the craft bar across the entire product surface

Cox Communications, Inc.

Lead Architect

Draper, UT · Hybrid

$122K - $204K/yr

Serves as a key contributor to the strategy, design, implementation and support for the integration ... DMS surface - integration across DT, TDK and Reynolds. * Drives integration patterns across Xtime ...

Cox Communications, Inc.

Lead Architect

Draper, UT · On-site

$122K - $204K/yr

Serves as a key contributor to the strategy, design, implementation and support for the integration ... DMS surface - integration across DT, TDK and Reynolds. * Drives integration patterns across Xtime ...

ZAGG Inc

Creative Producer & Stylist

Midvale, UT · On-site

Handle all external communications with vendors, talent, locations, and freelance crew * Procure ... Style products, surfaces, props, and environments to meet the creative brief and brand standards

ZAGG, Inc.

Senior 3D Animator

Midvale, UT · On-site

$100K - $114K/yr

You'll work closely with the Creative Director, motion design, and product marketing teams to ... Provide creative and technical mentorship to junior animators and freelance contributors as needed.

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance surface pattern design in Utah is $43.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $56.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel as a Freelance Surface Pattern Designer, you need a strong foundation in illustration, color theory, and design principles, often supported by a portfolio showcasing your work. Proficiency with digital design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is essential, and familiarity with surface pattern industry standards is an advantage. Effective communication, time management, and self-motivation help freelancers succeed in managing multiple projects and clients. These skills are crucial for producing high-quality, marketable designs while building a reliable client base and staying competitive in a creative industry.

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Freelance surface pattern designers often face challenges such as finding consistent clients, managing fluctuating workloads, and keeping up with changing design trends. To overcome these obstacles, it's helpful to build a strong online portfolio, actively network within the design community, and regularly update your skills through industry resources and workshops. Many successful freelancers also dedicate time to researching current market needs and establishing a reliable workflow to balance creativity with business responsibilities. By staying organized and proactive, designers can build a sustainable career and maintain a steady stream of engaging projects.

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Surface Print Designer

Surface Print Designer

HydroJug

Ogden, UT • On-site

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

SURFACE PRINT DESIGNER- Hydrojug Rush Products


ABOUT THE ROLE

HydroJug operates a standard 15-month rolling New Volume Development (NVD) calendar with a dedicated print design pool. But the brand also runs a fast-moving lane of rush programs — limited drops, trend-reactive prints, and product-as-marketing moments that operate outside the standard calendar. This seat is dedicated entirely to that rush lane. You will own artwork execution for HydroJug Rush Products — producing surface print designs at the speed of trend and product opportunity without pulling the core print pool off the NVD calendar. You will work under the craft mentorship of Tayler Henley (Sr. Surface Print Designer) and be project-managed by the PM for HydroJug Rush Products. Creative direction flows from the CEO.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Rush Print Execution: Own artwork creation for all HydroJug Rush program assignments — from creative brief through final production-ready file delivery. Rush programs move on compressed timelines (days to weeks, not months).
  • Trend-Reactive Design: Monitor trend signals relevant to HydroJug's customer (color, pattern, surface texture, seasonal themes) and translate them into executable print concepts quickly. Speed of interpretation and execution is a core competency.
  • Production-Ready File Delivery: Produce print-ready artwork files that meet manufacturer specifications — repeat setup, color separations, and file prep done correctly the first time to avoid production delays.
  • NVD Calendar Protection: Keep rush work fully separate from the core print pool's NVD commitments. If you need input from the core team, you route through the PM, not around them.
  • Craft Development: Work under Tayler Henley's guidance to develop and refine surface print craft — repeats, colorways, placement, and artwork techniques specific to HydroJug's drinkware product forms.
  • Asset Organization: Maintain clean, organized files for all rush program artwork. Production partners and the product team should always be able to access the latest approved files.


SUCCESS CRITERIA

30 Days

  • Fully onboarded on HydroJug brand standards, existing print library, and production specifications.
  • First rush program assignment completed and delivered to production-ready status.
  • Working rhythm established with Tayler Henley for craft feedback and with the Rush PM for project management.


90 Days

  • Rush lane running on a consistent cadence — multiple programs through the design-to-production pipeline.
  • Production-ready file delivery quality at a high first-pass acceptance rate (minimal revision rounds).
  • Trend monitoring and concept ideation contributing to new rush program proposals.


180 Days

  • Rush design output fully decoupled from the core NVD print pool — zero NVD calendar disruption attributable to rush volume.
  • Print craft measurably advancing through Tayler's mentorship — visible improvement in repeat quality, colorway discipline, and artwork technical execution.
  • Rush programs completing design-to-production handoff on or ahead of schedule consistently.
  • You are fast without being sloppy. Rush design doesn't mean lower quality — it means you've built the habits and systems to produce well at speed.
  • Your production files are clean the first time. Manufacturer revision cycles caused by bad file setup cost the company more than the time saved on design.
  • You translate a trend reference or a brief into a printable, on-brand concept without needing multiple creative direction sessions.
  • You stay in your lane. The NVD calendar is not your concern — the rush lane is. You protect both by keeping them separate.


REPORTING & ORGANIZATION

  • Creative direction: CEO (Hayden Wadsworth)
  • Craft mentorship: Tayler Henley, Sr. Surface Print Designer
  • Project management: PM — HydroJug Rush Products
  • Location: On-site, Ogden, UT


ABOUT HYDROJUG, INC.

HydroJug, Inc. is a consumer brand headquartered in Ogden, Utah, designing and selling premium hydration and lifestyle products through direct-to-consumer and major retail channels.

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