Associate Designer

Works closely with the Design Manager to develop and execute the assigned categories with the seasonal trend concepts and merchandise strategy. Manages design execution process to ensure all deadlines are met. The position reports to Manager, Design.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Researches global market to identify new trends trend, fabric, trim, fit, and hardware pieces and other raw materials.
• Shops market for trend and inspiration and interpret for the target market.
• Works closely with the buying and technical design team throughout the development process to ensure the highest level of quality and integrity.
• Designs and creates sketches and specs for Product Development team, including front and back sketch, construction details, illustration, material, trims, hardware spec.
• Prepares spec sheets with detailed technical information.
• Maintains design records and ensures line sheets are up to date.
• Communicates with overseas/local vendors and merchants.
• Reviews and approves design, lab dips, trims, and fabrics details, etc.
• Participates in fitting sessions and provides fit comments to ensure proper fit and brand integrity.
• Participates in the conceptual development of product lines in order to create and deliver effective, cohesive product presentations to sell concepts and convince others to adopt a course of actions.
• Provides recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line, and new concepts.
• Produces design sketches and makes seasonal presentations of product designs.
• Creates style board for area of responsibility, showing silhouette and color, fabric, print/pattern options.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Minimum 3 years of design experience including technical knowledge.
• Experience in junior marketing. Plus size experience preferred.
• Solid design and conceptual skills.
• Ability to set a creative tone and to inspire new ideas/concepts.
• Technical knowledge of fabric construction, finishes and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, color, sewing techniques, graphics, and trim.
• Timely sense of trends and market direction encompassing color, fabric, and silhouette.
• Strong computer skills including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Flexibility to deadline demands, seasonal schedules, and possible travel.
• Illustrates a dedication to meeting requirements of internal and external customers, responding to all customer requests promptly and thoroughly.

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

• A collaborative environment without the red tape. Our open floor plan and strict “No Assistants Necessary” policy means everyone from our receptionists to our CEO are just a few footsteps away!
• A competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k and paid time off. Our benefits packages are designed to be flexible to fit your needs with optional coverage for family members – including pets!
• All the usual suspects, including generous employee discount, access to employee-only sales, on-site café, masseuse, gym, basketball court, and more.