This position assists the Senior designer with the execution of vision, style, and aesthetic, for the designated brand. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Assist in product development at all stages under guidance of Senior designers: sketching, detail sketches, tech-packing (pro-proto stage), correction proto samples, trend presentation brochures, presentation board etc.
Coordinate samples: check in proto & salesman samples, arrange samples & rolling racks, organize samples, maintain samples and swatch library
Measure protos in preparation for fitting
Assist in generating & update line sheets & color cards
Understand the customers by doing market research
Develop comprehensive knowledge of the customer & competition
Shop retail floor
Concept research
Adhere to due dates for all stages of design
Send out and follow up on packages for overseas vendors
Coordinate sample requests from sales & marketing etc.
Attend fittings with production and technical design
Work with design, sales and production to effectively communicate departmental needs and design requests
Participate in group meetings & trend shopping
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience
Strong ability to spec garments
Proficient sketching in Illustrator
Capable to work in Photoshop
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
When applying, please include the link to your on-line portfolio or, upload examples of your work (include sketches). Thank you.