Associate Designer

Position Summary

The Associate Designer will work on all aspects of the product lifecycle from concept to final development and sampling

for Men's Woven Dress & Sport Shirts, and other internal brand Sportswear initiatives as required.

Major Responsibilities

• Adobe Illustrator flat sketch predominantly for woven shirts, cut & sewn knits
• Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop prints and yarn dye patterns
• Daily email communication with overseas fabric mills, factories and offices
• Responsible for strike off and lab-dip review & approvals, communication & organization
• Input detailed design sketches, material information into corporate shared drive
• Help organize and maintain design records/area
• Keep clear records of all tech packs and design development: color, prints, trims, reference tears, etc.
• Organize all proto and sales samples and assist with showroom setup in current season
• Awareness of men's furnishings and sportswear markets as well as general fashion trends

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Proficiency in: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Windows (Outlook / Word / Excel). PLM knowledge a plus.
• Passion for creating product within pricing targets
• Ability to evolve current programs and create product targeting specific "white space" for accounts
• Excellent design and sketching skills
• Strong fashion and creative ability. Keen trend and competitor awareness
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
• Positive team player with the ability to work well with multiple team members and cross functional areas
• Sense of urgency and accountability, driven by a strong work ethic
• Ability to meet deadlines

Experience Needed

• 2-3 years' experience working in a design or product development team with over-seas supply chain.
• Understanding of fabric & trim materials required

Educational Background Required

• BA Fashion Design