Associate Fashion Designer, Sportswear Job at BCI Brands in New York

Overview

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Our Company: Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women's fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment. Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women's empowerment through fashion.

The Associate Designer will work closely with the Design Director on the development of the line.

Responsibilities

• Support the Creative Director with the design process from initial inspiration to final production
• Communicate daily with sales and production to ensure design sheets are being completed properly and in a timely manner
• Create and execute on the vision of the Creative Director, ensuring that the product is consistent with market trends, while defining the brand identity and overall business strategy
• Developing Design sheets in Exenta (PLM System)
• Updating reorder bodies with new ideas while incorporating upcoming trends
• Sourcing trims, prints and novelty fabrics with venders/In the market
• Choosing matching linings
• Setting up new silhouettes in prints and new fabrications in our in house sewing room to get cut and sewn
• Supporting the head designer in creating and organizing a cohesive line
• Creating inspiration boards

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of fashion design experience
• Preferred background in sportswear design
• Knowledge of garment construction and patterns
• Proficient in creating tech packs
• Strong understanding of placement prints including layout to maximize fabric yield
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication; self-starter and proactive
• Enthusiastic and team-oriented with sense of urgency
• Knowledge of Exenta is a plus
• Basic knowledge of pattern construction is helpful
• Fluent in Photoshop and Illustrator
• Experience with Procreate is a plus
• Ability to sketch (Flats/Floats) in Procreate or Illustrator
• Learns quickly and eager to learn all parts of the industry
• Eye for Merchandising, Assorting Fabrics/Garments accordingly
• Comfortable with long hours, if needed
• Portfolio preferred

Job Details

• Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year, dependent upon experience
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries: Design Services

Benefits

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Program
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Vacation Schedule
• Commuter Benefits
• Training & Development
• Growth Opportunities!

BCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable law.