Assistant Designer - Cut & Sew Tops/ Dresses
System One - New York, New York, us, 10261![System One](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Position Summary:
Work within a specific classification and implement the category leader’s direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with category leader to design category-specific product based on design direction given
Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, aesthetic, functionality, fabric, details, color, etc.
Learn and understand the ins-and-outs of the details related to a specific classification
Perform daily follow-up using email and PLM
Work with CAD team on prints and patterns if applicable
Interact with buyers and vendors to develop working partnership
Prepare presentation boards for monthly meetings
Observe presentation techniques and be prepared to make preliminary presentations
Maintain daily running or classification while designer travels including fit sessions
Perform preliminary design research domestically
Comment on samples, final product, etc. with supervisor approval
Ability to manage samples in an organized and efficient way for easy access in a pinch
Perform other duties as required
Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business.
In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, approvals, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
At least 1-2 years of related Apparel experience; Cut and sew experience is a plus
PLM experience required
Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills.
Must be detail oriented, very organized, computer literate, able to handle multiple tasks at once, and perform successfully in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Must be knowledgeable of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Excel, and PLM (or equivalent program)
Must be proficient in creating technical flats in both Illustrator and hand sketching
Comfortable working in an hybrid environment - working in office several days a week (based on the needs of the business or big milestone week) with occasional remote work from home
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.