Associate Designer Girls Apparel

We are working on an immediate need for a girls designer based in NYC. Role is in their midtown office - 4 days onsite and 1 remote each week. Please read below and if interested, send your resume and work samples and we can speak further. The Associate Designer executes the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by creating and executing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales and ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process. We're searching for talent in the Toddler to Kids 7 size range and we're particularly looking for someone with strong experience in designing Girls. The ideal candidate will have exposure to 3D and AI design tools, demonstrate strong execution, and be adept at managing multiple design calendars. We're seeking individuals who have a bias for action, excel at context switching, and can multitask effectively. The team operates in Miro and Be Product PLM, though experience with any PLM platform will be compatible.

• Salary at full time $75-80K based on experience. Want to bring someone onboard ASAP.
  
  
  

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
• Create final designs in 3D and create final assortments in Visulon.
• Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of fabric/trim library
• Approve lab dips with 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
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• 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
• 3-5 year's experience in apparel design
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, PLM and Mac computers
  
  
  

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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