Chaumet Senior Jewelry and Watch Designer

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Location
ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
Posted
Apr 18, 2025

About Chaumet

Chaumet, a distinguished entity within the LVMH group since 1999, stands as a paragon of Parisian high jewelry excellence. Established in 1780, the Maison Chaumet has seamlessly intertwined its legacy with the rich tapestry of French history, perpetuating exceptional craftsmanship across generations.

Join Chaumet in Paris as a Senior Jewelry and Watch Designer. Leverage your creativity and expertise in a prestigious LVMH brand, contributing to the legacy of high jewelry excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Conduct research and propose innovative creative directions for recurring jewelry and watch collections, aligning with brief specifications and maintaining the Maison's stylistic coherence.
  • Create intention sketches, realistic drawings, and technical designs at actual size, employing both freehand techniques and computer software.
  • Develop aesthetic models using paper, wax, or resin, collaborating with the Maison's CAD experts for volumetric realization and prototype validation.
  • Support the selection of stones, materials, and colors appropriate to each project.
  • Prepare comprehensive dossiers for design submissions, including all pertinent data for production phases such as finishes, materials, stone types, setting techniques, and artisanal crafts.
  • Oversee the development of creations in coordination with product development teams, technical offices, and workshops, ensuring industrial prototype validation.
  • Maintain a constant observation of design trends in jewelry, materials, innovation, manufacturing, and associated challenges.

Qualifications

  • Degree in jewelry design, watch design, product design, or applied arts.
  • Minimum of 5 to 7 years of professional experience in jewelry design; expertise in watchmaking is a significant advantage.

Skills

Proficiency in hand sketching and rendering using Adobe Suite or Procreate; mastery of 3D tools such as Rhinoceros is highly advantageous. Proven experience in the complete creation cycle of a new collection, including design, volume, materials, structure, and both industrial and artisanal manufacturing techniques. Strong understanding of the commercial aspects of launching a new collection. Ability to adhere to the Maison's vision and DNA while offering creative proposals. Excellent interpersonal skills and team spirit. Effective communication in English and/or French. Proactivity, organization, rigor, and autonomy. In-depth knowledge of the luxury jewelry sector and its market dynamics.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years in jewelry design, with expertise in watchmaking considered a significant asset.

Education

Degree in jewelry design, watch design, product design, or applied arts.

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Benefits

Hybrid working mode, providing flexibility and work-life balance.

Culture

The Maison Chaumet fosters a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence, deeply rooted in its heritage and commitment to innovation. Employees are encouraged to embody the Maison's values while contributing to its storied legacy.

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