Freelance Designer - CAD/Graphics

Title: Freelance Designer - CAD/GraphicsStart Date: Looking for a 2 week coverage starting 2/20 (to cover 2/20-2/22 and 2/27-2/29)Pay Rate: $54/hrAssignment Length: 2 weeks to startLocation: NYCPOSITION SUMMARY:Work within the team and implement the leader's direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product.RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with Design/ Concept teams to establish pattern/color/trend direction and interpret into artwork appropriate for brand Oversee all aspects of presentation from boards to articulation of ideas and market direction Make frequent presentations to design staff Create and illustrate print, yarn-dye and knit patterns using CAD tools Create technical breakdown of all pattern layout and plaid specifications for design as communication tool for vendor fabric development Develop pattern repeats and produce alternate color ways for developed prints and plaids Provide production ready artwork, in both print and electronic format, for internal and external partners Collaborate with Design to approve strike offs and knit downs for print and pattern as well as all color way approvals Collaborate with Design on the visualization, presentation, and communication of pattern concepts through CAD artwork Align with Technology team to ensure appropriate equipment needs and maintenance for department Work with junior team members to maintain library of seasonal patterns and prints Research and create new trends in graphic design and production techniques. Create graphic design concepts and board presentation for each season. Collaborate on seasonal rig and provide graphic direction. Draw and illustrate main body of graphics for all products Manage and provide art direction for direct reports with graphic scale, concept and placement. Organize all graphics by season and concept Develop Linesheet and color scheme for each seasons table and wall graphic tee program Perform other duties as required Able to work in a hybrid environment, which may/will require working in person/in-office for a portion or all of a week based on the needs of the business