24 Seven Talent
Eveningwear Designer
24 Seven Talent, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Our client is looking for an Eveningwear Designer. This position is an ongoing temp freelance contract.
This position is a hybrid schedule - On-site 3 days per week in Downtown LA.$40 - $45/hr DOE.
Major Responsibilities:Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Lead on the overall sketch creation with direction from the Design Director• Exemplary aesthetic with superior skills in hand sketching, CAD illustration, and design capabilities• Must have an eye for forward and elevated design• Develop technical flats and design sheets for each collection, utilizing the knowledge of brand vision• Oversee the concept development through studying sales data and trend research• Collaborate with multiple brands to ensure a cohesive concept for each season which includes close partnership with the Design Director• Engage in all aspects of design process from development through production (including but not limited to sketching, swatch development, quality development, and fittings)• Provide specific direction given from the Design Director and Buyers, while also collaborating with cross-functional team members to build brand specific product that supports the brandsfinancial and merchandising strategies• Attend fittings and provide effective feedback which includes potentially changing sketches as necessary. Must have an intermediate understanding of construction and garment finishings.• Must oversee and ensure all junior design members are maintaining a high standard of construction and designing appropriately and effectively into given fabrics approved by Design Directors.• Designers should be able to offer suggestions and solutions for trouble shooting any construction or fabrication mishaps.• Identify key seasonal trends and drive all corresponding development with overseas vendors• Engage with the Tech Design and Production team to ensure fit intent and consistency• Review development samples for approval• Ensure all calendar deadlines and productivity targets are being met• Facilitate deep integration to ensure alignment with the Buying team in order to craft a unique product mix• Research and analyze industry trends, shapes, market competition for materials, colors, etc
Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Prior experience in effectively leading and managing others• Exemplary aesthetic and taste• Excellent ability to understand all stages of the design development process• Intermediate knowledge of garment development process, fabrics, patterns and construction• Intermediate knowledge of target specs and POMs• Intermediate sketching and CAD ability• Strong creative ability that will translate forecast trends in relation to brand's customer• Experience working closely with various cross-functional departments• Strong ability to lead, manage and train multiple levels of designers and multiple brands• Advanced communication skills• Advanced analytical and decision making skills• Proactive, self-motivated, advanced knowledge of how to delegate and still meet deadlines with "get it done" attitude• Must have contemporary experience and have worked in a fast pace environment• Must be able to effectively communicate ideas and have a "big picture" understanding• Ability to work under pressure in an environment of constant shifting priorities and change• Ability to manage workload and people effectively• Must have a high sense of urgency, punctuality and timeliness• Must have a flexible personality willing to take direction and change as business needs change/grow• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Minimum Qualifications:
• Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development or Apparel Design related field• 7-8+ years work experience in Design• In depth knowledge of textiles, materials, construction and fit• Computer sketching using CAD skills including Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, hand sketching, flat sketching• Experience developing tech packs• Strong hand illustration skills• Advanced computer skills including experience using Microsoft suite, Adobe suite and Google suit applications
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience at luxury or contemporary brand• Experience leading a team and/or multiple categories
Apply Today with Resume & Portfolio!
This position is a hybrid schedule - On-site 3 days per week in Downtown LA.$40 - $45/hr DOE.
Major Responsibilities:Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Lead on the overall sketch creation with direction from the Design Director• Exemplary aesthetic with superior skills in hand sketching, CAD illustration, and design capabilities• Must have an eye for forward and elevated design• Develop technical flats and design sheets for each collection, utilizing the knowledge of brand vision• Oversee the concept development through studying sales data and trend research• Collaborate with multiple brands to ensure a cohesive concept for each season which includes close partnership with the Design Director• Engage in all aspects of design process from development through production (including but not limited to sketching, swatch development, quality development, and fittings)• Provide specific direction given from the Design Director and Buyers, while also collaborating with cross-functional team members to build brand specific product that supports the brandsfinancial and merchandising strategies• Attend fittings and provide effective feedback which includes potentially changing sketches as necessary. Must have an intermediate understanding of construction and garment finishings.• Must oversee and ensure all junior design members are maintaining a high standard of construction and designing appropriately and effectively into given fabrics approved by Design Directors.• Designers should be able to offer suggestions and solutions for trouble shooting any construction or fabrication mishaps.• Identify key seasonal trends and drive all corresponding development with overseas vendors• Engage with the Tech Design and Production team to ensure fit intent and consistency• Review development samples for approval• Ensure all calendar deadlines and productivity targets are being met• Facilitate deep integration to ensure alignment with the Buying team in order to craft a unique product mix• Research and analyze industry trends, shapes, market competition for materials, colors, etc
Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Prior experience in effectively leading and managing others• Exemplary aesthetic and taste• Excellent ability to understand all stages of the design development process• Intermediate knowledge of garment development process, fabrics, patterns and construction• Intermediate knowledge of target specs and POMs• Intermediate sketching and CAD ability• Strong creative ability that will translate forecast trends in relation to brand's customer• Experience working closely with various cross-functional departments• Strong ability to lead, manage and train multiple levels of designers and multiple brands• Advanced communication skills• Advanced analytical and decision making skills• Proactive, self-motivated, advanced knowledge of how to delegate and still meet deadlines with "get it done" attitude• Must have contemporary experience and have worked in a fast pace environment• Must be able to effectively communicate ideas and have a "big picture" understanding• Ability to work under pressure in an environment of constant shifting priorities and change• Ability to manage workload and people effectively• Must have a high sense of urgency, punctuality and timeliness• Must have a flexible personality willing to take direction and change as business needs change/grow• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Minimum Qualifications:
• Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development or Apparel Design related field• 7-8+ years work experience in Design• In depth knowledge of textiles, materials, construction and fit• Computer sketching using CAD skills including Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, hand sketching, flat sketching• Experience developing tech packs• Strong hand illustration skills• Advanced computer skills including experience using Microsoft suite, Adobe suite and Google suit applications
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience at luxury or contemporary brand• Experience leading a team and/or multiple categories
Apply Today with Resume & Portfolio!