What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fashion Designer (Women's Apparel) position at Young Contemporary Brand - Los Angeles?
We are an established young women contemporary lifestyle brand that designs and produces in the branded and private label markets. Our line is carried in major retailers and specialty boutiques worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Designer w/ a breadth of experience to join our ever growing team.
Responsibilities:
- The Senior Designer will lead and develop the seasonal direction of all categories based on market research/trends and ensure overall consistency through products and categories while driving the brand forward.
- Partner with our overseas design team to execute seasonal collections across all categories.
- Oversee the development of the SMU/private label division.
- Responsible for all design details from rough sketches to completion of tech packs.
- Work closely with the Graphic/Print artists to provide clear direction on seasonal prints.
- Participate in fittings working closely with the Technical Designer to fit garments and review product details to ensure product execution meets the design aesthetics as well as commercially acceptable quality standards.
- Responsible for all material selection, color details, styling details, and oversight of graphic artwork for branding and packaging.
- Create computer design: sketches, multiple colorways and storyboards.
- Participate in trade shows and travel overseas to source fabrics/trims.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/EDUCATION:
- 3 years of design experience.
- Strong sense of color and design and ability to tailor designs based on a customer demographic.
- Mac design experience in Illustrator.
- Confidence to work with others in a creative environment with excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000