Product Designer
Twine
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Job Description
Product Designer at Twine
Join a hands-on project focused on developing an elegant, robust handbag holder designed for discreet attachment to restaurant tables. This Product Designer role centers on transforming a simple yet overlooked need into a tangible, functional product that enhances the dining experience.
You will collaborate closely with founders in the early prototyping phase, emphasizing stability, weight balance, and a timeless, feminine aesthetic. The goal is to create a physical prototype that is both practical and visually appealing, suitable for real-world testing in restaurant environments. If you are passionate about thoughtful design, simplicity, and bringing ideas to life through prototyping, this opportunity is for you.
Deliverables
- Design and produce an initial physical prototype of a small metal handbag holder for restaurant tables
- Ensure the prototype is stable, well-balanced, and robust for practical use
- Achieve a clean, elegant, and timeless design with a feminine touch
- Test the prototype for usability, functionality, and ease of use in real restaurant settings
- Iterate on design based on feedback and real-world testing results
Requirements
- Experience in product design, industrial design, or prototyping physical objects
- Strong understanding of materials, especially metals, and manufacturing processes
- Ability to translate conceptual ideas into functional, tangible prototypes
- Attention to detail in achieving both aesthetic and practical goals
- Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback and iteration
- Interest in user-centered design and real-world product testing
- Availability for hands-on prototyping and potential follow-up work
- Portfolio or examples of previous physical product prototypes preferred
About Twine
Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.
Our Mission
Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.
Key skills/competency
- Product Design
- Industrial Design
- Prototyping
- Material Science
- Manufacturing Processes
- User-Centered Design
- Aesthetic Design
- Design Iteration
- Usability Testing
- Conceptualization
How to Get Hired at Twine
- Research Twine's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your Product Designer resume to highlight relevant experience in physical product prototyping and industrial design.
- Showcase your portfolio: Prepare a strong portfolio demonstrating tangible product design projects, especially those involving metal and manufacturing.
- Understand the project: Familiarize yourself with the specific needs of designing a handbag holder for restaurant environments.
- Emphasize collaboration: Be ready to discuss your collaborative mindset and experience iterating on design based on feedback.
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