CMF Design Freelancer
Core
Research, analyze, and identify colors, materials, and finishes (CMF) aligned with product strategy, market trends, and design concepts to deliver emotional value to consumers.
Role type
Freelance CMF Design Specialist
Builds
Tangible material samples, prototypes, and executable CMF specifications for mass manufacturing
Domain
Consumer electronics, interior design, home decor, Hard and Soft Goods
Required skills
CMF trend forecasting, material knowledge, manufacturing process expertise, prototyping, vendor management, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience in design and innovation environments, knowledge of innovative materials across multiple industries
Technologies
Material sampling tools, prototyping equipment, manufacturing networking platforms
Responsibilities
Research and analyze colors, materials, and finishes; establish CMF stories based on lifestyle trends; implement concepts with tangible material samples; build contacts with local and global manufacturing networks; collaborate with industrial design and strategy teams to translate concepts into specifications