Hybrid's humble beginnings started in 1997 in the back of a print shop designing, selling, and printing tee shirts. Today, Hybrid is a global apparel industry powerhouse in brand and licensing management. Hybrid provides its expertise and fully vertical operations capability - design, merchandising, development, sourcing, production, and distribution - to a broad suite of branded, licensed, generic, and private label partners. Hybrid's full-service apparel design and manufacturing expertise extends across the apparel category, including knits, woven tops, bottoms, tees, and accessories.
As our organization has evolved, so has our philosophy of doing business. We have made concerted efforts to remove ourselves from the antiquated approach of other apparel manufacturers and doing things differently has been our focus. We are building a company ethos that breeds innovation, collaboration, integrity and excellence in customer service.
What is my role?
As a Designer, you are responsible for supporting the Design Director in all aspects of creating and executing monthly retailer presentations and special projects (from concept to final proto samples).
Assist the Design Director in creating styles from concept to completion; direct Associate Designers through line development
Monitor development of preproduction samples in partnership with the Product Developer
Work with Sales and Director to create direction in silhouette, fabric, and concept for specific retailers/market
Ensure tracking of all samples as well as sample rack management/organization
Attend and participate in fit sessions
Contribute and give direction to team members to create a cohesive product line
Qualifications
Associates or Bachelors degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, Textiles, Fine Art or related field
5-7 years of experience designing apparel for Juniors
Cut & Sew experience preferred
Portfolio Required
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Garment construction and fabric knowledge
Strong understanding of the screen-printing process, textile, finishing techniques, and basic garment construction
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in accordance with the calendar
Demonstrate strong verbal, organization and written communication skills
Strong Team player who can work independently in a fast-paced environment
A multi-tasker; proactively seeks out opportunities to support the Team with can-do and follow through attitude
Timely sense of style, trends and market encompassing color, fabric, silhouettes, and graphics
Knowledge of proto packages and working with overseas partners
Artistic Hand, strong sense of color and style
Strong working relationships with the teams through communications and problem solving
Hybrid Apparel is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.