Swoon is hiring: 82579 - Apparel Designer in New York

Apparel Designer | New York City (onsite)

Duration: 1-month contract

Pay Rate: $47/hour + Benefits

Swoon is actively seeking a Apparel Designer to join the team of our client!

You'll be an integral part of the team - creating commercially viable product designs for specific categories/collections. Presents and delivers brand-right designs that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy; encompassing style, color/print, fit and fabric for new/existing product lines.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Create brand-right, commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy
• Deliver product designs with flawless execution; achieving goals with speed, agility and acute attention to detail
• Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, fit and fabric
• Adapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalization
• Recommend resources in sourcing new ideas, both internally and externally, and conduct ongoing competitor research/trend analysis
• Collaborate and communicate with key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising, Marketing, and Product Development
• Present designs to internal leader/team as well as key cross-functional partners
• Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
• Create detailed tech packs, focusing on construction, drapes and finishing techniques to ensure first prototypes come in accurate and in line with brand's expectations. Update BOMs in Centric and ensure accuracy.
• Update linesheets throughout the season, both with sketches and color and ensure all information is accurate by collaborating with cross functional teams (including Color & Print, PD, Graphics teams).
• Manage, develop, and inspire junior design talent
• Build and maintain collaborative and effective relationships
• Ensure deliverables meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence

Why do we love this company?

• Brand Evolution: It expanded from lingerie to a broader range of products, including beauty, fragrances, and sleepwear, while launching sub-brands catering to younger customers.
• The Fashion Show: The brand's fashion show, which began in 1995, became a cultural phenomenon. Featuring supermodels and musical performances, it played a key role in marketing but was discontinued in 2019 as the company began re-evaluating its image.
• Leadership Changes: In 2020, the company underwent significant restructuring, including leadership changes, aiming to modernize its image, focus on inclusivity, and respond to shifting consumer preferences.
• Ownership and Structure: The company was previously part of a larger group that also owned other major retail brands. In 2021, it was spun off into its own publicly traded entity.

What's required?

• Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
• Strong talent with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
• Demonstrated ability to create original design sketches and successful product lines
• Strong understanding and design including fit, construction and fabrics
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Illustrator, InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience in Centric a plus
• Customer service philosophy
• Collaborative partner with a team-oriented approach
• Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented
• Solid communication and presentation skills
• Experience and passion to motivate and develop talent
• Flexible and creative problem solver
• Must be able to work in a hybrid schedule in our New York City office