Why join us?

Maharam is the leading creator of textiles for interiors. Recognized for its rigorous and holistic commitment, Maharam embraces a range of disciplines, from product, graphic, and digital design to art and architecture. Known for its aesthetic and industrial innovation, Maharam’s work is guided by five main principles: utility, technology, tradition, luxury, and environmental impact. 

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Maharam means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Maharam to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Job Description 

The Custom Studio Design Coordinator provides support to the Custom Studio team for Edelman, Knoll Textiles and Maharam. In addition to coordinating and processing custom orders, this position directly supports Custom Studio Design Manager with ground up digital design work, custom versions of standard digitally printed products and other developments requiring technical design work and creative input.

Essential Functions

• Assist Design Manager with layout and design work for large-scale mural projects and repeated pattern developments

• Prepare digital files for commercial printing ensuring accuracy and adherence to printer specifications

• Maintain an organized system for digital assets and project files.

• Communicates and coordinates often with Sales teams and resources.

• Assists with preparation, shipments and receiving of custom samples.

• Performs order entry and order acknowledgment for custom projects

Magnitude and Relationship Reporting

• Reports to Design Manager, Custom Studio

• Contacts Inside and Outside the Organization

• Interacts regularly with Sales, Resource Management, Product Management, Design and Quality Assurance

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator

• Foundational knowledge of print production processes, color correction and resolution requirements for large format output including cut lines and bleed

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

• Basic fabric knowledge (ability to review color/pattern)

• Strong attention to detail

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Effective communication skills with the ability to take direction and work collaboratively with a team

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Serging/cutting/labeling samples

• Ability to work independently on given tasks

Education and Experience
Associate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent practical experience  

1-2 years of industry or related field experience

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Maharam is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  [email protected].