SENIOR DESIGNER - CUT & SEW KNITS - Urban Outfitters

The Urban Outfitters Senior Designer works collaboratively with the Design Director to actively design, create and execute the vision of the brand. Design / Production Maintains and organized design space (samples, files, visual CADs, etc.) Asks/suggests rather than waiting to be told Drive Develop, demonstrate, and maintain a strong knowledge of trends, target market demands, customer, brand objectives and design aesthetic Takes ownership of entire design process from initial inspiration to final sample and is fully responsible for entire product life-cycle including trend research, inspiration, sketches, mocks, garment specs, special details and fit Self-starter who eagerly and proactively takes the initiative to gather information to get the job done Creates and executes the vision of the Concept and Executive Design Director, ensuring that product is consistent with market trends in apparel, while maintaining the UO brand hand and business strategy Teamwork Understand the dynamics of effective teamwork in order to attain higher levels of performance Reviews issues and solutions with Design Director and collaborates with cross-functional partners in Buying, Product Development, and Production on a daily basis Regularly solicits input/perspective from teammates, as well as direct reports Collaborates with Print + Color team to ensure prints and pattern are balanced and look integrated across various silhouettes Partners with Fabric team on seasonal raw material development Demonstrates curiosity and asks questions to probe for clarity Displays the ability to take direction from Senior Designer + Director Feedback is not taken personally and POV can be defended without defensiveness, but rather in a manner that promotes collaboration Gives feedback constructively and in-the-moment; coaches and mentors direct reports Creates learning opportunities for Associate and Assistant designers as a way to further develop their skillset and comprehension of the design process Leadership Can design a large category or several smaller categories with minimal supervision and high-level creative direction Fosters a creative and positive team environment. Promotes a culture of “we” Decisive; takes responsibility for final decision making to protect process, timeline, or outcome Seen as a resource for cross-functional teams and peers Oversees the management of high density and sample racks by working with direct reports to ensure samples are organized/boxed for sample sale in a timely manner Demonstrates ownership over fabric development and road mapping throughout design process; has POV regarding fabric trend and evolution Manages a team to design and develop product for assigned product categories Solution oriented with the ability to anticipate problems, address issues and resolve challenges in a timely manner Business Acumen Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Works with Design Director to actively design, create and execute the vision of the brand Strong communication and analytical skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with cross-functional partners: Design, Buying, Product Development, Print + Color teams Clear POV. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.