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Illustrator Jewelry Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Prepare professional presentation boards featuring illustrations, CAD artwork, AI renderings ... Knowledge of jewelry construction, components, materials, and embellishment techniques preferred

Designer, CVM - Windows

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

... Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Advanced 3D CAD Skills (Rhinoceros 3D, Keyshot, or Similar ... Experience in luxury fashion or jewelry retail. Knowledge of CAD. The hiring range for this ...

Designer, Watches

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

... jewelry, handbags, fashion accessories, home, and beauty--American Exchange Group raises the bar by ... Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Canva, and Microsoft Office. · Experience with technical ...

Designer, Watches

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Jewelry/Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or related field preferred. 1-3 ... Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Canva, and Microsoft Office.

Designer, Watches

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... jewelry, handbags, fashion accessories, home, and beauty-American Exchange Group raises the bar by ... Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Canva, and Microsoft Office. • Experience with ...

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How much do illustrator jewelry designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for illustrator jewelry designer in the United States is $76,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an illustrator jewelry designer?

An Illustrator Jewelry Designer is a creative professional who conceptualizes and visually represents jewelry designs through detailed drawings and illustrations. They use both traditional sketching and digital tools to bring design ideas to life, which are then used by jewelry makers to create actual pieces. This role requires a strong sense of artistry, knowledge of jewelry materials and techniques, and the ability to communicate design concepts clearly. Illustrator Jewelry Designers often collaborate with clients, manufacturers, and other designers to ensure the final product matches the intended vision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an illustrator jewelry designer?

To thrive as an Illustrator Jewelry Designer, you need strong artistic ability, creativity, and a solid understanding of jewelry design principles, often backed by a degree in jewelry design, fine arts, or a related field. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Rhino, or CAD systems is typically required to produce detailed and accurate renderings. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with clients and production teams are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the creation of visually appealing, manufacturable jewelry pieces that meet both client expectations and technical feasibility.

How does an illustrator jewelry designer typically collaborate with jewelers and clients during the design process?

Illustrator Jewelry Designers often work closely with jewelers to ensure their sketches and digital illustrations are feasible for production, providing clear technical drawings and detailed specifications. They also interact with clients to understand their vision and incorporate feedback throughout the design process, which can involve several rounds of revisions. Effective communication and flexibility are key, as designers must balance artistic creativity with practical considerations like material limitations and manufacturing techniques.

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Infographic showing various Illustrator Jewelry Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,249 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Assistant Designer, Factory Jewelry

New York, NY • On-site

J.Crew
Apparel and Accessories Stores • 10K+ employees

$57K - $71K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Our Story
J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion.
Since 1983, we've been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view-it's no wonder we've been in your closet for four decades and counting.
Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes-we're proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are.
Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.
The Role + Purpose
  • Work closely with the Associate Designer and Design Director to create and develop a wide range of products across accessories and gift categories, including jewelry, soft accessories, socks, seasonal items, and other novelty products. Contribute to concept development, color stories, materials, prints, trims, graphics, and overall product execution.
  • Prepare professional presentation boards featuring illustrations, CAD artwork, AI renderings, fabrications, materials, and product samples.
  • Assist in researching seasonal trends, themes, colors, raw materials, styling, and trims to inspire new product concepts.
  • Partner with Technical Design to prepare specifications and support product development from initial concept through technical design handoff.
  • Work closely with Production and cross-functional partners to help maintain design intent throughout the product development and production process.

Qualifications
  • 0-3 years Design experience
  • Degree in Apparel Design, Accessories Design, or related field
  • Demonstrated creative sense and ability
  • Knowledge of jewelry construction, components, materials, and embellishment techniques preferred
  • Trend/fashion awareness
  • Technical sketching ability, including flats and illustrations
  • Working knowledge of accessory construction and materials
  • Excellent color sense
  • Self-directed with strong organizational skills
  • Team player with a collaborative mindset
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong follow-through and sense of urgency
  • Demonstrated ability to create compelling visual presentations
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Excel

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We're always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks
  • Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
  • Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That's why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
  • Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
  • Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
  • Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.
Salary Range: $57,500.00 - $71,250.00
At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.
JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.

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