Our Company : Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women's fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment.
Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women's empowerment through fashion.
The Associate Designer will work closely with the Design Director on the development of the line.
Responsibilities :
- Support the Creative Director with the design process from initial inspiration to final production
- Communicate daily with sales and production to ensure design sheets are being completed properly and in a timely manner
- Create and execute on the vision of the Creative Director, ensuring that the product is consistent with market trends, while defining the brand identity and overall business strategy
- Develop Design sheets in Exenta (PLM System)
- Update reorder bodies with new ideas while incorporating upcoming trends
- Source trims, prints and novelty fabrics with venders / In the market
- Choose matching linings
- Set up new silhouettes in prints and new fabrications in our in-house sewing room to get cut and sewn
- Support the head designer in creating and organizing a cohesive line
- Create inspiration boards
Requirements
Minimum 3+ years of fashion design experiencePreferred background in daytime dress designKnowledge of garment construction and patternsProficient with Microsoft ExcelStrong written and verbal communication; self-starter and proactive workerEnthusiastic and team-oriented with sense of urgencyKnowledge of Exenta is not required, but is definitely a plusBasic knowledge of Pattern construction would be great, but not requiredMust be fluent in Photoshop and Illustrator; experience working in Procreate would be great, but not requiredMust be proficient in creating tech packsMust have a strong understanding of placement prints, including how to effectively layout prints within garment patterns to maximize fabric yieldMust be able to sketch (Flats / Floats) in Procreate or IllustratorLearns quickly and eager to learn all parts of the industryMust have an eye for Merchandising, Assorting Fabrics / Garments accordinglyMust be comfortable with long hours, if neededPortfolio preferred!The salary range for this full-time role is dependent upon experience between $70,000 - $80,000.
Benefits
Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)Life InsuranceFlexible Spending Account401k ProgramPaid Time OffRobust Holiday ScheduleCommuter BenefitsTraining & DevelopmentGrowth Opportunities!BCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable law.