Designer Job at Forever 21 in Los Angeles

Overview:

Forever 21 has been a leader in the global fast fashion market since its humble beginnings in Downtown LA. Today we operate 350+ stores across the USA and a robust e-commerce platform. Forever 21 is a powerhouse. Our mission is to inspire individual self-expression through amazing fashion and our DNA is rooted in Inclusivity, Customer-Centricity, and Accessibility.

With a renewed focus on the customer experience, we offer high-style designs and fashion basics with compelling values and a dynamic store environment. Whether were collaborating with your favorite brands, and influencers or setting trends - we are always striving to make Forever 21 your go-to fashion destination to shop, work, and play!

Join us tomorrow is yours to define Forever!

The Apparel/Accessories Designer will be responsible for creating product designs that are both cost-effective and innovative.

Responsibilities:

• Translate design direction and fabric/trim selections into original designs
• Create original flat sketches based on existing trends and mainstream designs
• Work with Design Team to create tech packs, ensuring designs accurately translate into development samples
• Collaborate with Trend Forecasting Team on seasonal trends and concepts
• Research trends and bring in new ideas through competitive shopping, magazines, websites, and runway shows
• Train and mentor Assistant and Associate Designers by offering constructive criticism and guidance
• Source fabrics, trims, fastenings, and embellishments
• Research market to determine trends in color, theme, fabric, trim and style
• Work closely with Senior Designer on development of seasonal brainstorm boards for style, graphics and trim
• Create CADs and tech packs to effectively communicate product details and trims
• Communicate with the product development team to ensure proper execution of samples and product
• Attend and participate in design meetings
• Attend and participate in fittings

Qualifications:

• Must have 5 - 8 years of Fashion Design experience in multiple design categories
• Must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Word, and Excel
• Must have strong design aesthetic, color sense, and conceptual skills
• Must be able to create flat sketches in Adobe Illustrator
  Comprehensive knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, color/print usage, graphics, embellishment layouts, and trim required
• Must be flexible and adapt well to fast paced, rapidly changing work environment
• Must be a team player, open to taking direction, and able to work well under pressure
• Strong understanding of hard wovens fabrications, techniques and gen x market
• Strong understanding of apparel construction techniques and ability to problem solve around limitations
• Collaborative mentality with strong cross-department communication skills
• Experience in Photoshop and Illustrator
• PDF and/or online portfolio is required
• 3-5 years jackets and outerwear experience

Why we think youll love it here

At Forever 21, we foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package which you can find at https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights, you will unlock competitive Paid Time Off for personal, sick, and vacation time each year, enjoy most national holidays (paid), enjoy a flexible work schedule with our current hybrid policy for most corporate roles, free onsite parking and gym access in DTLA as well as eligibility to participate in our annual bonus incentive program to name a few.

We actively encourage our current and future employees to:

Unleash your style - where your self-expression and creativity inspire others. Employees can take advantage of our relaxed corporate dress code showing up in a way that makes them feel comfortable, stylish, and unique!

Embrace your individuality we value the diverse perspectives, talents, and backgrounds that make each person one-of-a-kind. We celebrate what makes you exceptional!

Own your Journey- Where personal & professional growth goes hand in hand. Embrace your journey, learn, adapt, and make a lasting impact. At Forever 21, you will have the opportunity to grow your retail career from stores to corporate and across our portfolio of brands under our parent, Sparc Group LLC!

ADDITIONAL DATA:

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Forever 21, and its affiliated brands, offers a benefits package, including 401(k) plan, overtime pay, flexible work schedule and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found at https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights.

SPARC Group LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to the full inclusion of qualified individuals in the job application and interview process.

Employees are expected to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and applicable state disability laws, it is the policy of SPARC to provide a reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department.