Overview: Supports the Designer(s) in the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by contributing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales, and ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process.

Essential Functions:

Strategy & Innovation

Assist and take direction from Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s) for preliminary design research, including competitive analysis; pull fabrics, develop concepts, assemble presentation boards for meetings, prepare mock-ups, color-ups, and inspirational photos.
Assist in development of initial seasonal design category in context of larger assortment.

Operations & Results

Track design schedule to ensure timely execution of product development calendar.
Support Designer(s) in creating Illustrator sketches; assist in preparation of specification sheets; prepare designs for line review; prepare line sheets and update as necessary.
Maintain product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; maintain designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives.
Research and coordinate raw materials and trims for approval; maintain fabric/trim library.
Review lab dips with Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s); coordinate print and graphics where appropriate; observe and assist with fit process; keep detailed notes.

Customers & Relationships

Follow-up with internal customers and partners including technical design and production; facilitate inter office communication.
Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers.

Leadership & Teams

Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in fashion design.
1 plus years related experience and/or training in apparel.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products and Mac computers; knowledge of CAD preferable.
Basic knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim.

Other skills:

Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented.
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative.

Full Time / Salary

Global Brands Group, 350 5th Avenue | 6th floor | New York, NY 10118

Interested candidates should send resumes to Jenna Liss at JennaLiss@globalbrandsgroup.com