Freelance Asst Cold Weather Accessories Designer - Solomon Page : Job Details

We are looking for a Freelance Cold Weather Accessories designer for a top fashion company in NYC. The Asst or Associate Designer executes the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by creating and executing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales, and ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process. The Designer must understand executing for brand specific products. Role is based in NYC in their midtown office and is a hybrid schedule. Experience in sweaters and/or cold weather is a huge plus.

Responsibilities:

• Research and identify trend directions; perform competitive analysis; pull and review fabrics, design concepts, presentation boards for meetings, mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos
• Design according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar
• Create Illustrator sketches; review specification sheets and line sheets; ensure accuracy of product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; ensure maintenance of designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives
• Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of fabric/trim library
• Approve lab dips and ensure consistency with color standards and licensor directives, where appropriate; review prints and graphics where appropriate and advise revisions; manage fit process
• Coordinate follow-up with internal and external customers and partners, including technical design, production and vendors; manager interoffice communication
• Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers
• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary

Qualifications:

• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative
• Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sketch
• Knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing
• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design
• 1-5 year's experience in apparel design, preferably in sweaters or cold weather accessories
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, CAD and PLM

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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