About The Murphy Studio

The Murphy Studio creates premium handcrafted wallpapers and surface designs that blend fine art with functional interiors. Our work focuses on detailed motifs, storytelling concepts, and high-quality printed surfaces.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fine Artist & Creative Team Leader who can conceptualize wallpaper collections, lead a team of junior artists, and oversee the creative execution from concept to print-ready artwork.

This role is ideal for someone with strong hand painting expertise and direct experience in wallpaper, surface design, or print production.

Key Responsibilities

Creative & Conceptual Leadership

• Conceptualize wallpaper collections, themes, and design stories

• Develop detailed hand-painted artwork and hero motifs

• Translate concepts into commercially viable wallpaper designs

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and train junior artists/designers

• Review artwork for quality, detailing, and brand alignment

• Guide the team on techniques, aesthetics, and creative processes

Execution & Production

• Oversee repeat patterns, scaling, and print suitability

• Work closely with production/printing teams to ensure output quality

• Ensure artwork is optimized for wallpaper printing formats

Digital & Process

• Strong working knowledge of Illustrator for repeats, layout, and refinements

• Manage timelines, collections, and creative workflow

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong expertise in hand painting & fine art techniques

• Proven experience in wallpaper, surface design, or printing domain

• A strong portfolio of hand-painted motifs and commercial surface designs

• Ability to conceptualize collections and lead creative direction

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (must-have)

• Excellent eye for detailing, color harmony, and scale

Preferred

• Experience working with luxury interiors, home décor, or textile brands

• Knowledge of print processes, color separations, and surface materials

What We Offer

• Leadership role in a growing creative studio

• Opportunity to shape collections and creative vision

• Work with premium clients and large-scale projects

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person