Volcom
Associate Designer
Volcom, Lafayette, Colorado, United States, 80026
Title: Associate Designer - Temp
Position: Part Time – 3 Months
From boutique-brand culture to big-box retail, Liberated Brands thinks differently and has global scale servicing over 60+ countries. With over three decades of experience in brand-building, we are enhancing what a full-service license model can look like. We focus on the fundamentals of designing, producing, distributing, and marketing our brands and products, but always leave room for the x-factors to lead the way. Our expertise spans all sales channels, from direct-to-consumer to specialty wholesale and everything in between, both physical and digital. This Liberated approach creates a unique and powerful balance between brand-culture and sustainable growth. Join us and experience the benefits of being truly Liberated.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
A designer must have a keen understanding of the action sports lifestyle and the customer that buys our product. He/she should also show an appreciation for the influence that art and music play in the lifestyle and be able to interpret forward fashion designs and concepts into product that works for our market.
A designer should also understand Spyder legacy and should have a knack for translating that history into future product sales.
Conceptualization of Product with DD and Category designer
Fabric and Trim Selection
1st General Drawing & Final Tech Pack Specification
Maintaining technical sketches throughout the product cycle
Fit Direction & Maintenance
Fabric Design (pitches) & Approval
Color Approval
Create custom graphics for use in sublimation or screen print, in technical and lifestyle apparel.
Work closely with design and product department for all art requests
Styling & Fit Comments During Development
Creation & Maintenance of Season’s Product Presentations
Execution of Trimming, Wash and Packaging
Shopping the market on a regular basis for upcoming trends and awareness of all competitors’ product offerings
RESPONSIBILTES:
Stay in tune with the needs of Spyder’s market & customer base
Stay up on trends in and outside of our immediate market
Stay up on the state of the action sports market
Stay up on the competition’s product
Understand & assist in the merchandising of each category
Travel with the team to explore happenings in select regions/districts each season
Travel to attend sales meetings and select tradeshows
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
Note: Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Education and/or Experience:
At least 2 years’ experience in apparel design in the outdoor industry
A Merchandising, Design, Graphic Arts degree or Bachelor’s degree is preferable and appreciated
Language Skills :
Individual must have ability to:
Read and interpret documents such as department memos, rep-reports and pertinent periodicals and books.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills :
Basic math skills: Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra
Computer Skills:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should be at the following levels for the below software programs
Advanced to Expert - Mac OSX, Panther, etc.
Advanced to Expert – Adobe Illustrator
Intermediate to Advanced – Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate – Word, Excel
3D design experience is a plus
LIBERATED PERKS:
Collaborative culture with amazing family vibe
Discounts on Liberated Merch
Liberated Brands is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The hourly range for this role in Lafayette, Colorado is $23 - $28. This position is hybrid and, as such, compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skill set, certifications, and specific work location.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race , color , religion , sex , national origin , disability status , veteran status , sexual orientation , gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law .
If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact Customer Service to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process: 1 (855) 330-0188 or ADAaccommodations@liberatedbrands.com.
Position: Part Time – 3 Months
From boutique-brand culture to big-box retail, Liberated Brands thinks differently and has global scale servicing over 60+ countries. With over three decades of experience in brand-building, we are enhancing what a full-service license model can look like. We focus on the fundamentals of designing, producing, distributing, and marketing our brands and products, but always leave room for the x-factors to lead the way. Our expertise spans all sales channels, from direct-to-consumer to specialty wholesale and everything in between, both physical and digital. This Liberated approach creates a unique and powerful balance between brand-culture and sustainable growth. Join us and experience the benefits of being truly Liberated.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
A designer must have a keen understanding of the action sports lifestyle and the customer that buys our product. He/she should also show an appreciation for the influence that art and music play in the lifestyle and be able to interpret forward fashion designs and concepts into product that works for our market.
A designer should also understand Spyder legacy and should have a knack for translating that history into future product sales.
Conceptualization of Product with DD and Category designer
Fabric and Trim Selection
1st General Drawing & Final Tech Pack Specification
Maintaining technical sketches throughout the product cycle
Fit Direction & Maintenance
Fabric Design (pitches) & Approval
Color Approval
Create custom graphics for use in sublimation or screen print, in technical and lifestyle apparel.
Work closely with design and product department for all art requests
Styling & Fit Comments During Development
Creation & Maintenance of Season’s Product Presentations
Execution of Trimming, Wash and Packaging
Shopping the market on a regular basis for upcoming trends and awareness of all competitors’ product offerings
RESPONSIBILTES:
Stay in tune with the needs of Spyder’s market & customer base
Stay up on trends in and outside of our immediate market
Stay up on the state of the action sports market
Stay up on the competition’s product
Understand & assist in the merchandising of each category
Travel with the team to explore happenings in select regions/districts each season
Travel to attend sales meetings and select tradeshows
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
Note: Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Education and/or Experience:
At least 2 years’ experience in apparel design in the outdoor industry
A Merchandising, Design, Graphic Arts degree or Bachelor’s degree is preferable and appreciated
Language Skills :
Individual must have ability to:
Read and interpret documents such as department memos, rep-reports and pertinent periodicals and books.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills :
Basic math skills: Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra
Computer Skills:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should be at the following levels for the below software programs
Advanced to Expert - Mac OSX, Panther, etc.
Advanced to Expert – Adobe Illustrator
Intermediate to Advanced – Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate – Word, Excel
3D design experience is a plus
LIBERATED PERKS:
Collaborative culture with amazing family vibe
Discounts on Liberated Merch
Liberated Brands is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The hourly range for this role in Lafayette, Colorado is $23 - $28. This position is hybrid and, as such, compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skill set, certifications, and specific work location.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race , color , religion , sex , national origin , disability status , veteran status , sexual orientation , gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law .
If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact Customer Service to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process: 1 (855) 330-0188 or ADAaccommodations@liberatedbrands.com.