Product Development Specialist

Product Development Specialist Carrollton, TX Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Qualifications Photography Assortment planning New product development Project timeline management Research Mid-level Product development Graphic design software Prototype creation Presentation creation 1 year Cross-functional collaboration Prototypes Communication skills Cross-functional communication Full Job Description As a Product Development Specialist, you'll play a key role in bringing new, trend-forward product ideas to life for Art 101® and Sulyn™, two leading arts & crafts brands. Working closely with the Product Development Director and Creative Director, you'll be responsible for hands-on product mockups and sample creation, from material assortments to packaging prototypes, helping translate ideas into products that reflect brand vision, market trends, and product direction. This is a creative, detail-oriented role where you'll own the execution of all samples and mockups under leadership direction, turning concepts into polished, tangible pieces that inspire customers and drive product development forward. Responsibilities Own the creation of product mockups and samples (assortments, material combinations, packaging prototypes) under direction from the Product Development Director and Creative Director. Research and experiment with materials, textures, colors, and finishes to produce presentation-ready prototypes. Translate leadership direction into prototypes that support brainstorming, product assortments, and packaging innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Marketing, Sourcing, Design) to ensure samples align with brand standards and customer needs. Support factory quote requests by gathering specifications, communicating details, and tracking responses. Review and refine samples, track revisions, and provide feedback to sourcing and factory partners. Maintain an organized, clearly labeled sample library for internal use and presentations. Assist with product photography, presentation decks, and preparation for customer or trade meetings. Help manage development timelines, line plans, and supporting documentation. Skills & Requirements 1-3 years of experience in product development, design, or a related field (internships considered with strong portfolio). Strong creative eye and hands-on ability to build product samples and mockups. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (Mac environment preferred). Excellent organizational and project management skills; detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects at once. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Highly motivated, resourceful, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, creative environment. This is a full-time in-office role (5 days/week). Hybrid flexibility may be considered in the future depending on performance and time in role. Preferred Experience Background in arts & crafts, toy, or hobby product development. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Programs (Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator)

EOE Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Cell phone reimbursement Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid parental leave Paid time off Parental leave Prescription drug insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): What creative/graphics software do you have experience with? Can you provide examples of your previous work? What is your desired payrate?

Experience:

Product development: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Carrollton, TX 75006