What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Designer Soft Wovens Womens Contemporary position at Solomon Page?
Our client is looking for a Design or Sr. Designer with a top contemporary women's apparel company in NYC. Their role is hybrid in their midtown NYC office. You will be working on soft wovens, including dresses and eveningwear (gowns). The Designer is responsible for executing the strategic direction of the soft wovens product category by designing brand-enhancing products that grow the business and meet customer needs. This individual will partner closely with Product Development, Production, R&D, and other design-related divisions. Great opportunity at a top company! Please send your resume and work samples, and we can speak further.
Responsibilities:
The Solomon Page Distinction
Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.
About Solomon Page
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.
Opportunity Awaits.
Responsibilities:
- Interpret the seasonal mood and concept, working with the VP of Design and Creative Director on the development of the season’s product.
- Research and develop seasonal trends from creating initial concepts and sketches to production, working closely with product development, tech, and merchandising teams to ensure product needs are accomplished
- Use trend analysis and a thorough understanding of current and historical business to design and execute the desired vision
- Develop design ideas into groups and create a story with one idea. Illustrate boards based on deliveries.
- Work on a comprehensible, neat presentation on boards and fabric boards.
- Design concepts, illustrations/sketching by hand, drape, and create designs based on original ideas.
- Create original hand sketches of style groups based on concept/direction from the Creative Director
- Communicate chosen designs to the in-house pattern maker and sewers to ensure a quality result.
- Ensure timely development of the line by adhering to the time and action calendar.
- Prepares design presentations for review meetings.
- Work closely with the Product Development team to launch embroidered and embellished garments.
- Understand and take an active role in the production process. Take an active role in fit sessions and product line reviews; ensure original vision and fit expectations are maintained, as well as the timely release of patterns
- Work on special projects such as magazine illustration requests, charity requests, and celebrity dress designs
- Develop and maintain good relationships with overseas vendors
- Maintain a pulse on fashion, culture, art, lifestyle, and competitive market trends
- Manage assistant and associate-level designers within the Soft Wovens Category
- 6 years of experience in women’s apparel design.
- Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in design concepts, practices, and procedures, specifically in women’s apparel. High fashion aesthetics with a modern aesthetic sense.
- Knowledge of garment construction, luxury fabrics, silhouette, finishing, embellishments and trim.
- Strong color and print sense.
- Must have experience in freehand and flat design sketching.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- Is a highly effective communicator, both verbal and written; can communicate information around a vision in clear and compelling manner.
- Team building and promoting teamwork; participates in setting clear goals, fosters innovation and collaboration.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Is viewed as a problem solver; can clearly identify obstacles and select effective solutions..
- Ability to work on overlapping seasons and storylines.
The Solomon Page Distinction
Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.
About Solomon Page
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.
Opportunity Awaits.