ASSOCIATE DESIGNER, APPAREL

Job Title: Associate Designer, Apparel Company Description: Contemporary Women’s Apparel CompanyLocation: Los Angeles (on-site) Job Summary: Associate Apparel Designer for a Contemporary line working on product categories including woven dresses, tops and bottoms. The designer will partner closely with the Creative Director in research and inspiration to identify emerging trends and shapes to create seasonal collections. Responsibilities: Develop and execute materials, sketches, prints, and trim for all categories Develop flats and sketches for all designs aligned with brand’s overall aesthetic and vision Prepare components for design presentations, such as sketch boards, proto reviews, and production meeting preparation Attend proto review sessions, note feedback, and update sketches as necessary Create and maintain line sheets Print development: work with print vendors to create artwork and set up print detail sheets for factories Create tech packs for initial proto development Responsible for following through fabric strike offs & approvals in partnership with Product Development Domestic development: work closely with in-house patternmakers, cutter, and sample makers Manage sample room workflow Issue sample fabric POs Daily communication with domestic and overseas vendors Collaborate with various cross-functional teams and maintain strong business relationships with external partners Adhere to design calendar deadlines and timelines Research marketplace, including our competitors, for inspiration and product opportunities Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in fashion 5+ years of design experience in contemporary market Experience with sample room Knowledge of fabric, fit, construction and execution of a garment Understanding and experience with Product Development from sketch to final approval Highly proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills Team player with a sense of ownership and accountability Clear and effective verbal and written communication skill Ability to establish good relationships with business partners and cross-functional teams High level of accuracy and attention to detail