Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

The Product Designer role is suited for a practice-led designer who is comfortable working across concept development, prototyping, and design communication.

The role will contribute to design-led projects, support the development of design thinking within MAKE’s programs and services, and provide design input across both community-facing and client-facing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Applied Development

• Contribute to product design development across in-house initiatives, research-led explorations, and client-supported projects

• Develop and prototype design concepts independently and in collaboration with technical consultants

• Support the translation of design concepts through prototyping, testing, and refinement

• Apply user-centered and context-aware design principles in all design work

Knowledge-Sharing & Educational Contributions

• Lead the day-to-day execution of assigned educational programs

• Develop and deliver presentation-led sessions, including lectures, talks, or seminars related to product design

• Participate in design critiques, reviews, and Q&A sessions

• Contribute to strengthening MAKE’s community learning environment

Consulting & Design Support Services

• Support design development within consultation services and prototyping projects

• Participate in client-facing discussions, translating project briefs into design approaches

• Advise on design feasibility, materials, and production considerations

• Collaborate with fabrication teams to ensure design intent is successfully executed

Workshops, Collaboration & Safety

• Work comfortably within workshop environments and lead prototyping activities

• Collaborate with consultants across disciplines such as ceramics, woodworking, metalwork, fashion, and digital fabrication

• Follow and support workshop safety protocols and responsible material use

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design

• Professional experience in product design and concept development

• Strong understanding of design methodologies and production processes

• Hands-on experience with prototyping tools and techniques

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Experience contributing to applied or research-led design projects is preferred

• Experience delivering talks, lectures, or design critiques is preferred

• Familiarity with packaging design or product systems is an advantage