Job description
Associate Designer - Missy Division (Knits & Sweaters)
*This role will be Onsite in Vernon, CA.
Responsibilities:
• Partner closely with Creative Director in research and inspiration to identify emerging trends and shapes to create
seasonal collection
• Responsible for creation, development and execution of materials, sketches, prints, and trim for all categories
• Develop flats and sketches for all designs aligned with brand’s overall aesthetic and vision
• Prepare all necessary 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 linesheets
• 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
• Participate in regular team meetings to reinforce close communication on design-related processes and related
matters
• Adhere to design calendar deadlines and timelines; ensuring all designs are completed accurately and on time
• Research marketplace, including our competitors for inspiration and product opportunities
Skills and Qualifications:
• 5 years of design experience
• Knit and sweater experience is a must
• Better missy market experience
• Experience with sample room
• Knowledge of fabric, fit, construction and execution of a garment
• Understanding and experienced 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
• Bachelor’s degree in fashion
