Associate Designer

Our client, a well-known apparel brand based in Los Angeles, is looking for an Associate Designer to join their team temp to perm.

Please note, this role will work onsite Tuesdays-Thursdays and remote Monday and Friday.

Pay : $75K, depending on experience

Responsibilities :

• Research and identify brand right trends and seasonal concepts; perform competitive market analysis; source and review fabrics, create and maintain development decks and CADS for presentations and meetings
• Execute development of initial seasonal design category in context of larger assortment and cost structure
• Design according to sku plans, sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely and accurate execution of product development calendar
• Create hand and Illustrator sketches; create and maintain development line sheets; ownership of TP development and maintenance in PLM system and shared drive, support in sample management, record and support lead designer in all fittings
• Maintain seasonal fabric / trim development library
• Review and approve lab dips, print strike offs, and bulk approvals with Lead Designer and ensure consistency with color and bulk standards
• Coordinate follow-up with internal and external teammates, including merchandising, technical design, sales, production, and vendors;

manage interoffice communication

Collaborate and work closely on a regular basis with cross-functional partners

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
• 3+ year’s of Design experience
• Experience and knowledge of development across multiple RTW categories / fabrications : woven’s, cut and sew, FF knits, outerwear, leather, etc.
• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team player
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative
• Strong and accurate technical CAD and hand sketching skills
• Excellent knowledge of elevated garment construction, finishing techniques and technical fit
• Ability to pivot, multitask and stay organized while managing multiple seasons of development at once.
• Capability and sensibility for merchandising, strong understanding of seasonal development process with PD, TD and Production.
• Highly proficient in PLM, Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees.

We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.