Express
Associate Designer
Express, New York, New York, us, 10261
Location Name
New York OfficeResponsibilitiesThe Associate Designer supports the Designer in the Design process by serving as a liaison to Technical Design and Sourcing. Assists in executing all visual materials from the Design department specific to the Design process from Concept to in-store merchandise. Oversees the preparation of presentation Concept boards and Concept Tableaus for all design meetings. Researches latest trends within market. Constant communication with Designer and Design Director to ensure one eye view on research and development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate in research and development of seasonal trends (Runway, Magazines, Style blogs, ect).
Identify key ideas and images for seasonal concept, design and development
Collaborate in shopping retail and designer markets to seek new and innovative ideas
Contribute strong and innovative ideas and designs independently
Work toward independently owning (from concept to final product) an entire category with guidance and direction from Design Director / VP Design.
Follow trends and have knowledge of competitors and aspirational brands for your category
Create and present big idea boards at concept/kickoff
Create tech packs, communicate with tech team, drive fits, and work on follow-up issues with production
Collaborate in identifying fabrics and trims for development
Attend fittings to support Sr. Designer, but also be able to drive fitting for your own category
Communicates regularly with Merchant partners to gather input, share ideas and line development direction, and get them on board.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design
Experience: 2 – 4 years of full time professional Design experience
Cut & Sew Knits experience preferred
Eye for “Express” brand. Excellent design and sketching skills. Strong fashion and creative ability. Keen trend awareness.
Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple tasks
Strong communication skills
Ability to anticipate next
Ability to work well with multiple team members: Positive Team player attitude
Sense of accountability and strong work ethic
Punctuality & dependable attendance
Proficiency in: WebPDM, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Windows (Outlook / Word / Excel)
CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Internship in Fashion Design
Salary Range
$70,200 - $99,700ClosingClosing An equal opportunity employer, Express does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. Express only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Express is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a listed job position, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Notification to Agencies : Please note that Express does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express, will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
New York OfficeResponsibilitiesThe Associate Designer supports the Designer in the Design process by serving as a liaison to Technical Design and Sourcing. Assists in executing all visual materials from the Design department specific to the Design process from Concept to in-store merchandise. Oversees the preparation of presentation Concept boards and Concept Tableaus for all design meetings. Researches latest trends within market. Constant communication with Designer and Design Director to ensure one eye view on research and development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate in research and development of seasonal trends (Runway, Magazines, Style blogs, ect).
Identify key ideas and images for seasonal concept, design and development
Collaborate in shopping retail and designer markets to seek new and innovative ideas
Contribute strong and innovative ideas and designs independently
Work toward independently owning (from concept to final product) an entire category with guidance and direction from Design Director / VP Design.
Follow trends and have knowledge of competitors and aspirational brands for your category
Create and present big idea boards at concept/kickoff
Create tech packs, communicate with tech team, drive fits, and work on follow-up issues with production
Collaborate in identifying fabrics and trims for development
Attend fittings to support Sr. Designer, but also be able to drive fitting for your own category
Communicates regularly with Merchant partners to gather input, share ideas and line development direction, and get them on board.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design
Experience: 2 – 4 years of full time professional Design experience
Cut & Sew Knits experience preferred
Eye for “Express” brand. Excellent design and sketching skills. Strong fashion and creative ability. Keen trend awareness.
Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple tasks
Strong communication skills
Ability to anticipate next
Ability to work well with multiple team members: Positive Team player attitude
Sense of accountability and strong work ethic
Punctuality & dependable attendance
Proficiency in: WebPDM, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Windows (Outlook / Word / Excel)
CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Internship in Fashion Design
Salary Range
$70,200 - $99,700ClosingClosing An equal opportunity employer, Express does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. Express only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Express is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a listed job position, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Notification to Agencies : Please note that Express does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express, will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.