Designer / Junior Designer - Wallcoverings

About Wallquest

Wallquest is a family owned wallpaper manufacturer and designer with a long history of creating residential and commercial wallcoverings for global markets. Our collections span a broad range of styles, substrates, and printing methods including digital, gravure, rotary screen, and commercial wallcoverings.

In addition to developing our own collections, we work with leading wallcovering brands and customers worldwide, supporting design development, color work, custom projects, and manufacturing.

We are looking for a Designer / Junior Designer to join our creative team. Opportunity to learn all aspects of wallpaper development from concept and design through color, production, printing and launch.

This role is open to both junior and experienced designers. Historically, we have had great success developing young talent internally and teaching the Wallquest approach to design, production, and workflow. However, we also welcome experienced applicants who enjoy a varied, hands on environment and working as part of a collaborative team.

About the Role

This is not a traditional studio role with fixed responsibilities. At Wallquest we are all multitaskers. As a family owned business, everyone supports where needed and projects can move quickly from one direction to another.

One day you may be balancing a repeat and preparing color separations. The next you may be supporting a custom hospitality project, coordinating strike offs, helping customers, or developing new collections.

No two weeks are the same.

The successful candidate should enjoy collaboration, be open to creative feedback, and work closely with the Design Managers throughout the development process. Designs evolve continually and the ability to adapt, refine ideas, and move projects forward positively is important within our team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop wallpaper designs and repeats for new collections
• Scan artwork and prepare designs for production
• Build balanced wallpaper repeats using Photoshop and Illustrator
• Prepare artwork and separate designs into production colors
• Knowledge of print separations would be an advantage
• Training provided on AVA software and wallcovering production workflows
• Support development work for Wallquest collections and external customers
• Assist with custom projects including hospitality and digitally printed wallcoverings
• Work across multiple collections simultaneously for US and European projects
• Coordinate strike offs and help ensure customer timelines are achieved
• Support sample preparation and project organization
• Help monitor studio materials and inventory including print media and consumables
• Assist with administration related to purchased artwork and design invoices where required
• Work closely with design, production, sales, and customers

Skills & Experience

Preferred:

• Degree in Textile Design, Surface Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Print Design or related field
• Strong design eye, color sense, and creative flair
• Photoshop experience essential
• Illustrator experience highly advantageous
• Understanding of repeats, pattern layout, and color separation desirable
• Organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn Comfortable working in a fast moving environment where priorities can change quickly
• Ability to take feedback constructively and work collaboratively within a team environment

Wallcovering experience is welcome but not essential. Previous internships, work placements, or industry experience within wallpaper, textiles, print, interiors, or related creative industries would be beneficial but are not required.

Why Join Wallquest?

• Opportunity to learn the wallcovering industry from concept through production
• Exposure to international projects and leading interior brands
• Training in AVA software and manufacturing workflows
• Broad role with genuine variety and growth opportunities
• Family owned environment with close collaboration across teams
• Opportunity to work on projects ranging from collections to custom hospitality developments

Applicants should submit:

Resume / CV Portfolio and examples of work for review (digital portfolios accepted)

Any examples demonstrating repeat design, color work, print development, surface design, wallpaper, textiles, or related creative projects are welcomed

Interview Process

Stage 1: Initial interview with the hiring manager to discuss experience, portfolio work, interests, and suitability for the role.

Stage 2: Selected candidates may be invited to complete a short practical design task prior to a second interview. This helps us understand creative thinking, technical ability, and working approach.

The second interview may include informal discussions with members of the Wallquest design team to give candidates an opportunity to learn more about the role, workflow, and studio environment.

Benefits

Medical and life insurance programs for eligible employees

401(k) retirement plan eligibility

Paid vacation and sick/personal time

Paid holidays

Training and development opportunities including AVA software and wallcovering production workflows

Exposure to international projects and leading interior brands

Long established family owned business with opportunities for growth and development

Salary commensurate with experience.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person