Designer
Centric Brands Inc. - New York, New York, us, 10261![Centric Brands Inc.](/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)
Work at Centric Brands Inc.
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Overview
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Innovation
Research and identify trend directions; perform competitive analysis; pull and review fabrics, design concepts, presentation boards for meetings, mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos
Execute development of initial seasonal design category in context of larger assortment and cost structure
Operations & Results
Design according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar
Create Illustrator sketches; review specification sheets and line sheets; ensure accuracy of product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; ensure maintenance of designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives
Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of fabric/trim library
Approve lab dips with Senior Designer(s) and ensure consistency with color standards and licensor directives, where appropriate; review prints and graphics where appropriate and advise revisions; manage fit process
Customers & Relationships
Coordinate follow-up with internal and external customers and partners, including technical design, production and vendors; manager interoffice communication
Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers
Leadership & Teams
Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary
Attract, develop and retain talent
Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have
Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative
Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sketch
Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
4-7 years experience in apparel design
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, CAD and Mac computers