What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anthropologie Associate Designer - Soft Wovens position at Anthropologie?
Role Summary
Anthropologie is looking for an Associate Apparel Designer who will contribute to the creation, development, and execution of own brand product appropriate for the Anthropologie customer.
Role Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Designer & Design Director to identify emerging trends and contribute to inspiration research.
- Design styles, select trims and colors as directed by Designer.
- Collaborate with the Designer to establish trims and create original artworks appropriate for the seasonal concept direction.
- Manage development and execution of trim packages.
- Set-up spec sheets and communicate fit and construction details to Technical Design.
- Assist in the preparation and organization of weekly development packages to be sent to the vendors.
- Communicate and follow-up with PD on style development details.
- Partner with PD on the status of styles in development on a daily basis to ensure product execution meets design specifications.
- Review incoming garments with Designer and PD partners to ensure they are correct.
- Assist in sample preparation for Pre-Proto and Finalization presentations.
- Develop, train and manage seasonal interns.
- Attend and participate in weekly fittings and relevant benchmark meetings.
- Perform special tasks as needed.
Role Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of woven and knit garment construction.
- Strong creative skills and understanding of Anthropologie brand aesthetic.
- Strong passion for apparel design with the ability to recognize and translate trend direction into brand appropriate product.
- Highly creative, organized and self motivated with the ability to multitask and work independently in a fast paced environment.
- Sound communication skills to effectively collaborate with Design, Buying, PD, Production, and vendors.
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, knowledge of Web Pdm a plus).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or similar field preferred.
The Perks
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO Statement
URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.
