RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports Design Director as an active participant in the design and development of Men's Cut & Sew Knitwear and Sweaters.
- Responsible for key elements of the product design process, including market research, pattern development, sketching in 2D and 3D, fittings, and tech pack hand offs.
- Research competitors frequently through in-store visits and e-commerce sites.
- Helps maintain organization of design materials and digital information.
- Ability to design commercially viable products for target customers and price points.
- Attends design meetings, presentations, takes detailed notes and conducts follow up tasks regularly.
- Participates in fittings and works closely with Tech Design, Product Development, and Merchandising teams.
- Creates and maintains complete tech packs for multiple seasons simultaneously.
- Responsible for approving lab-dips, knit-downs, strike offs for development, as well as pre-production approvals for bulk.
- Occasional travel will be required domestically.
SKILLS:
- High level of creativity with a passion for design
- Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Ability to learn new computer technology including 3-D design and NEDGraphics.
- Knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, yarn, and stitch.
- Strong taste level with experience designing for full price and off-price markets.
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to present in front of a diverse audience of cross-functional partners.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor degree (B.A) from a college or university, major in Design
- 3+ years of design experience, preferable in Men's Sweaters and Cut & Sew Knitwear
Salary offered will be at the discretion of the Company and based on a candidate's qualifications. For this position, the base salary will be between $70,000 - $80,000 annually. Other benefits associated with the position for eligible associates are listed below.