Whether you're looking for a freelance gig, an internship or a full- or part-time job, the same basic rules apply.

Our Basic Rules:

1. Passion and enthusiasm count for a lot. So show us that you are passionate and enthusiastic. Not in an insane really-excited-about-cats kind of way but in an uplifting, inspiring pitch-in-and-get-it-done-well kind of way. And if you can show us that you are a passionate and enthusiastic person with experience in designing, developing, marketing or selling products like ours, so much the better.

2. Be good / Be humble. How will you know you’re good if you are truly humble? Maybe you won’t. But hopefully you will be able to strike that golden balance between hiding your light under a bushel and shoving your light in everyone’s face. It’s tricky. Get it right and you’ll be one big step closer.

3. Be exciting. If you want us to get excited about you, be excited. And exciting.

4. It’s what you do that counts. Some people don’t fit neatly into job descriptions or professional roles. That’s OK with us, so long as you don’t leave us wondering “what would you do,” we can always come up with what to call it later.

5. Get in touch. People who want things find ways to get them. If you really want to work with us, pick up the phone and call us. We answer +1 203 899 9950 every day of the week and would love to hear from you. Even better, send us a link to your blog, portfolio or something you've done in the past. It’s usually the best way to tell what you might do for us in the future.

Why work at Teroforma?

We do work quite hard quite often, but we're (mostly) doing the things that we love. Plus it's the kind of place where you can actually get things done. If you've got big ideas (as long as they're good ideas) we'll try to find a way to make them happen.

Currently Considering Applications for...

Teroforma seeks a CreativeSuite-savvy recent design school graduate to assist and directly support its Creative Team. As the originator of some of the most widely recognized new housewares products in the US market, Teroforma will give special consideration to those candidates who can show a melding of high-quality technical and aesthetic design capabilities with a demonstrable interest in tabletop, cooking and entertaining. The successful candidate will be joining a larger team of design, sales, content and marketing specialists at Teroforma’s South Norwalk, CT headquarters (S. Norwalk / Metro North walking distance to studio). This is a unique opportunity to add a valuable commercial dimension to your creative skill set while also enhancing the professional credibility of your portfolio across multiple design disciplines. It’s also a great chance to be part of something uplifting and fun and to work with a diverse group of people who really enjoy what they do and have a good time doing it.

Responsibilities will include:

Product Design:

• Concept sketching
• Image research
• Technical drawings for manufacturers
• Follow up with designers and manufacturers on specific issues – written and verbal

Graphic Design & Photo Editing:

• Edit and process images for print and web use internally or externally
• Organize and maintain our image database
• Assist in the creation of concepts for collateral
• Follow up with print and virtual production partners on specific issues – written and verbal

Social Media & Blog:

• Assist with updating our Twitter and Facebook accounts
• Schedule tweets to go out multiple times a day based on our blog content
• Assist with content. Must be aware of current designers, trends and places
• Research given topics
• Pull together concepts for story, basic writing and editing

General Support:

• Maintain our Development and Content calendars and timelines
• Organize drawings, samples and other studio assets
• Prepare materials in support of internal and external meetings
• Assist with order overflow at peak retail periods
• Assist with ordering office supplies, answering phones, shipping packages, and running errands

Candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of CS4/CS5 and CAD software
• Strong photo editing and image post production skills – video a plus – and an excellent sense for color
• Strong sketching abilities in 2D and 3D
• Attention to detail and commitment to deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take direction and manage a changing workload with a positive attitude
• Taste and style
• Proficiency with PC and MAC platforms as well as Microsoft Office Suite

For prompt consideration of your application, please send your résumé and cover letter to info@teroforma.com with the subject heading JUNIOR DESIGNER – please take some time to tell us why this is the right job for you. The position will generally follow Teroforma’s studio hours which are 9-5 M-F, but please note we are a “stay ‘til it’s done” type of team. Please note that compensation will be based on a combination of going market rates and applicant’s directly relevant experience. A travel or parking stipend may be provided depending on commuting arrangements.

US CITIZENS ONLY / MUST RESIDE WITHIN NY/CT METRO AREA