What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Fashion Designer position at Alashan Cashmere?
About
The Alashan brand is a premier cashmere company founded in 2004. Alashan sells to better boutiques throughout the US and Canada. Product categories include men's & women's apparel, accessories and items for the home. We offer luxury yarns including 100% Cashmere, Cotton / Cashmere, Silk / Cashmere and Merino Wool. Selects from the product line are also offered direct to consumer at www.Alashancashmere.com
Title : Assistant Fashion Designer to work in Mapleville, RI a minimal 60% of the time
Reports to : Creative Director
Overview
High level of creativity and understanding of the fashion markets current trends, styles and colors. Introduce and develop designs that are grounded in consumer research and forward thinking of customer needs. Primary responsibility is to facilitate the development process of seasonal releases and private label product.
Responsibilities
Research trends and bring in new ideas through competitive shopping;, tear sheets, magazines, trade journals, and websites.
Develop mood and style boards for collection inspiration and style tracking.
Contribute and evaluate colors based on market trends and sales evaluation.
Prepare Technical Packages (TPs) that clearly communicate style and technical details for accurate style development
Meet all events / deadlines on design calendar
Expert garment sketching via flat and / or online
Accurately measure garments, fit and process TPs according to established standards.
Communicate daily to all necessary parties with an attention to detail that achieves timely delivery and market superior product
Create private label TPs as directed by incoming orders
Execute specific design development projects as assigned by the company
Qualifications
Degree or Certification in Apparel Design or equivalent work experience
1-2 years in apparel related role
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with partners in Design, Production, Sales and Social Media
Ability to successfully work in a team environment
Ability to respond to business objectives with creative, innovative, and cost-effective design solutions
Technical knowledge of knit sweaters apparel construction.
Knowledge of knit sweaters manufacturing techniques and processes.
Ability to research and report on industry trend direction, color direction, and fabric innovations approximately 9-12 months ahead of season
Adapt to fast-paced, demanding and highly creative environment
Goal oriented self-starter
Expert-ability to sketch or to communicate design ideas
Adobe program experience a plus
Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft programs.Tips : Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.
