Associate Designer

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Supports Design Director as an active participant in the design and development of Men's Cut & Sew Knitwear and Sweaters. 
• Responsible for key elements of the product design process, including market research, pattern development, sketching in 2D and 3D, fittings, and tech pack hand offs. 
• Research competitors frequently through in-store visits and e-commerce sites.
• Helps maintain organization of design materials and digital information. 
• Ability to design commercially viable products for target customers and price points. 
• Attends design meetings, presentations, takes detailed notes and conducts follow up tasks regularly. 
• Participates in fittings and works closely with Tech Design, Product Development, and Merchandising teams. 
• Creates and maintains complete tech packs for multiple seasons simultaneously. 
• Responsible for approving lab-dips, knit-downs, strike offs for development, as well as pre-production approvals for bulk. 
• Occasional travel will be required domestically.

 SKILLS: 

• High level of creativity with a passion for design 
• Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Ability to learn new computer technology including 3-D design and NEDGraphics.
• Knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, yarn, and stitch. 
• Strong taste level with experience designing for full price and off-price markets. 
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills. 
• Ability to present in front of a diverse audience of cross-functional partners. 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor degree (B.A) from a college or university, major in Design
• 3+ years of design experience, preferable in Men's Sweaters and Cut & Sew Knitwear

Salary offered will be at the discretion of the Company and based on a candidate's qualifications.  For this position, the base salary will be between $70,000 - $80,000 annually.  Other benefits associated with the position for eligible associates are listed below.