Centric Brands
About Us
Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high‑quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. Designer
What could be more exciting than putting your mark on some of the world’s most famous and well‑loved fashion brands? As a designer for Centric Brands, you’ll use your skills and creativity to create designs based on style plans, sales needs and emerging trends. You will also ensure that your work can be transformed into a finished product in a timely manner and at an appropriate price point. This means working not only with our technical design and production teams, but also building collaborative relationships with outside vendors and other external stakeholders. Specific Responsibilities
The Assistant Designer supports the Designer(s) in the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by contributing original, trend‑appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales and ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process. Roles & Responsibilities
Strategy & Innovation
Assist and take direction from Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s) for preliminary design research, including competitive analysis; pull fabrics, develop concepts, assemble presentation boards for meetings, prepare mock‑ups, color‑ups, inspirational photos. Assist in development of initial seasonal design category in context of larger assortment. Operations & Results
Track design schedule to ensure timely execution of product development calendar. Support Designer(s) in creating Illustrator sketches; assist in preparation of specification sheets; prepare designs for line review; prepare line sheets and update as necessary. Maintain product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; maintain designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives. Research and coordinate raw materials and trims for approval; maintain fabric/trim library. Review lab dips with Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s); coordinate print and graphics where appropriate; observe and assist with fit process; keep detailed notes. Customers & Relationships
Follow up with internal customers and partners including technical design and production; facilitate interoffice communication. Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers. Leadership & Teams
Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary. Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have
Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented. Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines; highly detail‑oriented, meticulous, and creative. Basic knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim. Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design. 1–3 years related experience and/or training in apparel. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products and Mac computers; knowledge of CAD preferable. Benefits
We provide an industry‑competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources and inspiring conversation. Salary Range
$55,000 - $65,000 Equal Opportunity Employer
Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that Centric Brands will only reach out to interview, make an offer of employment or conduct onboarding activities for candidates who have applied through our careers site. When interviewing for a position, the candidate experience will include live interaction, such as a video conference or telephone call, with a Recruiter and/or company employee(s). We will never ask for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process. Be aware of suspicious recruitment activity. If you think you are a victim of an employment scam, you may contact your local law enforcement agency and/or visit the Federal Trade Commission website here: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job‑scams.
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Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high‑quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. Designer
What could be more exciting than putting your mark on some of the world’s most famous and well‑loved fashion brands? As a designer for Centric Brands, you’ll use your skills and creativity to create designs based on style plans, sales needs and emerging trends. You will also ensure that your work can be transformed into a finished product in a timely manner and at an appropriate price point. This means working not only with our technical design and production teams, but also building collaborative relationships with outside vendors and other external stakeholders. Specific Responsibilities
The Assistant Designer supports the Designer(s) in the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by contributing original, trend‑appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales and ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process. Roles & Responsibilities
Strategy & Innovation
Assist and take direction from Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s) for preliminary design research, including competitive analysis; pull fabrics, develop concepts, assemble presentation boards for meetings, prepare mock‑ups, color‑ups, inspirational photos. Assist in development of initial seasonal design category in context of larger assortment. Operations & Results
Track design schedule to ensure timely execution of product development calendar. Support Designer(s) in creating Illustrator sketches; assist in preparation of specification sheets; prepare designs for line review; prepare line sheets and update as necessary. Maintain product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; maintain designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives. Research and coordinate raw materials and trims for approval; maintain fabric/trim library. Review lab dips with Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s); coordinate print and graphics where appropriate; observe and assist with fit process; keep detailed notes. Customers & Relationships
Follow up with internal customers and partners including technical design and production; facilitate interoffice communication. Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers. Leadership & Teams
Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary. Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have
Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented. Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines; highly detail‑oriented, meticulous, and creative. Basic knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim. Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design. 1–3 years related experience and/or training in apparel. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products and Mac computers; knowledge of CAD preferable. Benefits
We provide an industry‑competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources and inspiring conversation. Salary Range
$55,000 - $65,000 Equal Opportunity Employer
Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that Centric Brands will only reach out to interview, make an offer of employment or conduct onboarding activities for candidates who have applied through our careers site. When interviewing for a position, the candidate experience will include live interaction, such as a video conference or telephone call, with a Recruiter and/or company employee(s). We will never ask for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process. Be aware of suspicious recruitment activity. If you think you are a victim of an employment scam, you may contact your local law enforcement agency and/or visit the Federal Trade Commission website here: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job‑scams.
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