Designer Outerwear Job at JCPenney in Plano

Designer Outerwear role at JCPenney . Base pay range $42,500.00/yr - $68,750.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from JCPenney Regional Talent Acquisition Manager at Catalyst Brands Supporting JCPenney District and Store teams The Designer creates the design, development, selection and approval of materials, silhouettes, color usage, and patterns appropriate for assigned brand and classification. Responsibilities Interprets the seasonal fashion direction, assortment opportunities, and merchandise trends for area of responsibility. Creates original concepts that encompass style, color, and fabric for assigned brands to ensure customer focused offerings that meet fashion and quality requirements consistent with the brand profile. Initiates product packages through the Technical Designers. Prepares line and presentation materials for Trend Concept Work Session, Concept Sample Line Review, and line review sessions as needed. Partners with Product Managers to present Concept Sample Line Review and other meetings as needed for area of responsibility. Travels as needed, shops appropriate markets, and works with the Trend Office and Product and Design Team to conceptualize product design for the season. Completes timely approval of all strike-offs, handlooms and knit-downs; reviews final assortment for fit, construction, fabrication, coloration and returns signed confirmation sample to vendor. Ensures adherence to the Seasonal Time and Action Calendar. Qualifications College degree in fine arts or design, or equivalent work experience in a design related field preferred. 6+ years’ experience in Outerwear & Women’s Swimwear design product and product knowledge. Basic working knowledge of the technical aspects of the assigned category, ability to design around concepts and to design flat sketches, technical and computer skills, design and color sense, presentation, persuasion, organization, time management, written and verbal communication. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Design Industry Retail Apparel and Fashion About Catalyst Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all. Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at JCPenney by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr