Who We Are : Roark
Roark Associate Apparel Designer
Who We Are : Roark, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Who We Are:
Roark is a modern adventure lifestyle brand with roots in surf and true adventure travel and was created to give a voice to the modern adventurer who finds just as much joy on the journey as he or she does at the summit.
Stories off the beaten path are the fabric of our adventures - sharing them with others is what stitches it all together.
Core Accountabilities for Associate Apparel Designer:
Technical design of men's apparel categories.
Up-to-date maintenance of all technical documents, BOMs, and presentations for all categories.
Adherence to all published calendar M&D dates.
Preproduction comments and development support/follow-through for all categories.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Follow through on the Director's product direction and the brand's seasonal strategy.
Design colorways for each style.
Prepare pattern and art pitch sheets to send to vendors.
Create and maintain accurate style presentation pages.
Build technical design packages ready to send to vendors (Adobe Illustrator files, including but not limited to: sketches, detail callouts, branding, specs/measurements).
Create style BOM information (input trim details, fabrications, color information, fit block, etc.).
Work with the tech team on fitting comments, detail updates, and attend all fittings.
Comment on factory-submitted samples, swatches, trims, and any other necessary developments.
Communicate comments with the Developer/Merchandiser and/or factory directly.
Present category developments/designs in management presentations as needed.
Maintain current information on the server for all teams to access.
Review and comment on catalog information (colorways, descriptive information, fits, etc.).
Research competition via the internet and shopping trips.
Travel as necessary, both internationally and domestically.
Foster good working relationships with all departments to ensure the flow of information remains open.
Wear multiple design hats and manage certain deadline pressures throughout the year.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of design team experience.
Computer skills: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Word, Outlook.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
Must be self-motivated and deadline-driven.
Creative problem-solving skills with a positive "can-do" attitude to ensure deadlines are met.
Location: This position is based in-office, minimum of 4 days per week, in Irvine, CA, and subject to change based on business needs.
Compensation: The salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000 annually. Salary is based on the experience that you bring to the position.
Benefits and Perks:
Complimentary chef prepared breakfast and lunch provided Monday - Thursday
Generous product gift program and all brand discounts
Growth opportunities within the Archipelago family of brands: OluKai, Kaenon, Melin, Roark
Company bonus program
5 year and 10 year Anniversary gifts and travel to desirable destinations, in accordance with plan guidelines
Wellness program
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
Company paid life insurance
401k with employer match in accordance with plan guidelines
15 Days of PTO plus one additional day of PTO every year on your anniversary and 3 Floating Holidays per year
Paid beach and giveback days, bi annual team building events and other in person celebrations
Dog friendly office
Roark is a modern adventure lifestyle brand with roots in surf and true adventure travel and was created to give a voice to the modern adventurer who finds just as much joy on the journey as he or she does at the summit.
Stories off the beaten path are the fabric of our adventures - sharing them with others is what stitches it all together.
Core Accountabilities for Associate Apparel Designer:
Technical design of men's apparel categories.
Up-to-date maintenance of all technical documents, BOMs, and presentations for all categories.
Adherence to all published calendar M&D dates.
Preproduction comments and development support/follow-through for all categories.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Follow through on the Director's product direction and the brand's seasonal strategy.
Design colorways for each style.
Prepare pattern and art pitch sheets to send to vendors.
Create and maintain accurate style presentation pages.
Build technical design packages ready to send to vendors (Adobe Illustrator files, including but not limited to: sketches, detail callouts, branding, specs/measurements).
Create style BOM information (input trim details, fabrications, color information, fit block, etc.).
Work with the tech team on fitting comments, detail updates, and attend all fittings.
Comment on factory-submitted samples, swatches, trims, and any other necessary developments.
Communicate comments with the Developer/Merchandiser and/or factory directly.
Present category developments/designs in management presentations as needed.
Maintain current information on the server for all teams to access.
Review and comment on catalog information (colorways, descriptive information, fits, etc.).
Research competition via the internet and shopping trips.
Travel as necessary, both internationally and domestically.
Foster good working relationships with all departments to ensure the flow of information remains open.
Wear multiple design hats and manage certain deadline pressures throughout the year.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of design team experience.
Computer skills: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Word, Outlook.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
Must be self-motivated and deadline-driven.
Creative problem-solving skills with a positive "can-do" attitude to ensure deadlines are met.
Location: This position is based in-office, minimum of 4 days per week, in Irvine, CA, and subject to change based on business needs.
Compensation: The salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000 annually. Salary is based on the experience that you bring to the position.
Benefits and Perks:
Complimentary chef prepared breakfast and lunch provided Monday - Thursday
Generous product gift program and all brand discounts
Growth opportunities within the Archipelago family of brands: OluKai, Kaenon, Melin, Roark
Company bonus program
5 year and 10 year Anniversary gifts and travel to desirable destinations, in accordance with plan guidelines
Wellness program
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
Company paid life insurance
401k with employer match in accordance with plan guidelines
15 Days of PTO plus one additional day of PTO every year on your anniversary and 3 Floating Holidays per year
Paid beach and giveback days, bi annual team building events and other in person celebrations
Dog friendly office