Associate Designer (Apparel)

We are seeking an individual who is creative, experienced, enthusiastic, organized and self-motivatedto join our design team as an Associate Designer. This is a position with growth potential if you are passionate and driven to go above and beyond the job description. Creativity and the ability to work well with a team are musts.Position is based in Los Angeles, CA.Job Responsibilities Include:Work with design team to produce seasonal collectionsShare creative product ideas based on seasonality and trend directionAssist with general design room duties (assign style numbers, photograph samples, work with import and fabric vendors, etc.)Open and build tech packs with precise detailed informationBring thoughtful, brand-right, strategic ideas to conceptAssist in sourcing and choosing materials for productsAttend fittings when neededStudy competitive landscapeAttend quarterly meetings to review selling and marketplace trendsCandidate Requirements:2+ years experience in the apparel industryDegree in Apparel or FashionExperience with CAD and Adobe (Photoshop & Illustrator) softwareFlat sketching skillsColor sensibilityAbility to recolor artwork & printsPattern knowledgeKnowledge of the wash & dye process, embellishments & different fabricsAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamEffective time management and ability to stay organizedAble to adapt to a fast-paced ever-changing environmentBenefits:401k plan with partial company matchComprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision planClothing discountLife insurance with additional voluntary life insurance policyVoluntary short-term and long-term disability policiesVoluntary free annual biometric health testAccess to company sample salesCompany-sponsored Wellness programAccess to free monthly health & mindfulness webinarsSeasonal monetary awards for participation in company Fitness ChallengesPartial healthcare-subsidized fitness membership to 10,000 gym locations across the countryCompany-subsidized discounts to theme parks & local attractions, including Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios, Legoland, Six Flags, Sea World, and Southern California sports teams; discounts to brands including Vitamix, Sonos, and othersKaren Kane is a well-established apparel brand that has been manufacturing women's apparel for over 40 years. The brand has had rapid growth on ecommerce in recent years, and continues to have successful long-lasting relationships with major stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's. From its start, the company has remained family-run and privately owned.