We are seeking an individual who is creative, experienced, enthusiastic, organized and self-motivated to join our design team as an Associate Designer. This is a position with growth potential if you are passionate and driven to go above and beyond the job description. Creativity and the ability to work well with a team are musts.
Job Responsibilities Include :
Work with design team to produce seasonal collections
Share creative product ideas based on seasonality and trend direction
Assist with general design room duties (assign style numbers, photograph samples, work with import and fabric vendors, etc.)
Open and build tech packs with precise detailed information
Bring thoughtful, brand-right, strategic ideas to concept
Assist in sourcing and choosing materials for products
Attend fittings when needed
Study competitive landscape
Attend quarterly meetings to review selling and marketplace trends
Requirements :
2+ years’ experience in the apparel industry
Degree in Apparel or Fashion
Experience with CAD and Adobe (Photoshop & Illustrator) software
Flat sketching skills
Color sensibility
Ability to recolor artwork & prints
Pattern knowledge
Knowledge of the wash & dye process, embellishments & different fabrics
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Effective time management and ability to stay organized
Able to adapt to a fast-paced ever-changing environment
Benefits :
401k plan with partial company match
Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision plan
Clothing discount
Life insurance with additional voluntary life insurance policy
Voluntary short-term and long-term disability policies
Voluntary free annual biometric health test
Access to company sample sales
Company-sponsored Wellness program
Access to free monthly health & mindfulness webinars
Seasonal monetary awards for participation in company Fitness Challenges
Partial healthcare-subsidized fitness membership to 10,000 gym locations across the country
Company-subsidized discounts to theme parks & local attractions, including Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios, Legoland, Six Flags, Sea World, and Southern California sports teams; discounts to brands including Vitamix, Sonos, and others
Salary Range : $65,000 - $75,000
Karen Kane is a well-established apparel brand that has been manufacturing women’s apparel for over 40 years. The brand has had rapid growth on ecommerce in recent years, and continues to have successful long-lasting relationships with major stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. From its start, the company has remained family-run and privately owned.
Apparel Designer • Vernon, CA, United States