Designer
Miami, FL
The Designer is responsible and accountable for the entire design process from conception to production for multiple
brands.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for trend research, inspiration, color selection, illustrator sketches, 3D CAD design, fit comments and
- final product execution.
- Partner with the director of design and SVP of design in creating brand identity with a creative and current design
- approach.
- Partners with director of design and SVP of design to provide clear direction for fabric and print development
- team.
- Responsible for staying within the time and action calendar.
- Partners with the merchandising team to define seasonal time frames and ensure that creative goals and business
- goals are aligned.
- Present trend and the line to internal and external customers.
- Ensure that the product meets the price point, tells a strong merchandising story and meets SKU requirements for
- the brand.
- Responsible for approval of sales samples to ensure garment is production ready.
- Directs and mentors assistant designers and interns.
- Partners with fabric team to develop new fabrications
- Some travel may be required.
SKILLS:
- High level of creativity with a passion for design
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, color, sewing techniques, graphics, embroidery and trim.
- Ability to learn new computer technology including 3-D design and nedgraphics
- Strong sense of color and taste level
- Strong organizational, time management, communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to present in front of an audience
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor degree (B.A) from a college or university, major in Design
- 5+ years of design experience preferable in mens/activewear