What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Designer position at Spencer's & Spirit Halloween?
OverviewWe are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission : "Life's a Party, We're Makin' It Fun!" and "So Much Fun It's Scary!"At Spencer's and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always - integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.One Team / One GoalWe are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes : Flexible work environmentCareer advancementCompetitive base salaryBonus opportunityVacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday payMedical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance401k with a company match30% merchandise discountResponsibilitiesManage and design multiple product lines for seasonal businesses; manage process and prioritize schedules of team members based on product development calendar.Collaborate with multiple merchants on various lines of business to design fun collections and innovative products, infusing story and ensuring product is on brand.Attend fit sessions ensuring character likeness is captured.Evaluate trends and consumer insights to identify new business opportunities, explore current design trends and innovations, and create concept boards for presentation.Create innovative new products through collaborative team brainstorming and exploration.Prepare all necessary components for design presentations and product review meetings.Work closely with third-party vendors, fostering strong partnerships and ensuring seamless communication throughout the design and production process.Provide accurate design overlays based on a strong understanding of fabrications, cost, testing issues, and production.QualificationsDegree in Fashion Design.Minimum 7 years design / product development experience within the Ready to Wear or costume industry.Licensing experience is a plus.Keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills.Knowledge of product manufacturing and process; experience with PLM systems is a plus.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.Ability to multi-task and handle several projects simultaneously.#J-18808-Ljbffr
