St. John Knits
St. John Knits is hiring: DESIGNER, KNITWEAR in Anaheim
St. John Knits, Anaheim, CA, US, 92808
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Base pay range
$95,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
The Designer, Knitwear will combine an innovative approach to textile development, with a practical view of the end-products as usable garments. The designer will collaborate in the management of the design & development of the SJK collection knitwear, as well as the MFO knitwear. They will contribute and collaborate with the Senior Designer, Knitwear, under the supervision of the SVP of Design, in creative concept and design of all knitwear categories. This will include collaborating on tear sheet research/ vintage research/ yarn selection/ textile development / illustration / technical sketching / artwork & layout development/ tech pack creation, and teamwork with Product Development / Technical Design/ Woven Design & SVP of Design cross functional team members. This role reports into the Senior Designer, Knitwear.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Knitwear design from initial concept and development
Knitwear Research and Development – partner on seasonal yarn selection, development of textiles
Participate in team meetings as needed to assure strong communication on all creative processes and product-related issues
Attend all development / first proto fittings on knitwear styles
Partner with VP of PD & technical design during fittings
Research and identify moods/ textiles silhouettes and participate in inspirational overviews for each season
Collaborate with design team members of other categories of the brand for cohesiveness of products
Develop knitwear fabrics, color up prints, special trims, and styling details
Work to ensure deadlines are met to reach company goals and objectives
Work closely with Senior Designer, Knitwear in all aspects of product development
Collaborates cross departmental, Design & Manufacturing, to ensure knitwear design development is leading edge in the industry, aesthetically aligned with St. John design concepts, cost effective, and continually assessing and improving processes
Partner with the product development/ technical team with tech pack creation
Additional Responsibilities
Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers, and management
Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance, and appearance
Adheres to all Company Policies & Procedures and Safety Regulations
Adheres to local, state, and federal laws
Additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor related to your position/department
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities
Organizational Relationships
Interacts with all levels throughout organization including employees and outside vendors
Minimum Qualifications
Competencies
Communication
Initiative
Leadership
Motivator
Associate Development
Business Acumen
Negotiating
ProfessionalismResults Orientated
Solutions Orientated
Organization
Strategic Problem Solving
Teamwork
Time Management
Education/Experience
6 -8 years of experience in the apparel industry in knitwear design; woman’s luxury a high plus
BA/ BS college degree in Fashion Design specializing in knitwear design
Strong experience in yarn gauges, yarn qualities, machinery, and manufacturing of knitwear
Concrete knowledge of garment construction, fit and execution
Computer proficiency in Procreate, Photoshop, and Illustrator
In professional experience traveled, sources & developed a network/contact base in the knitwear industry throughout the US, Europe, and the Far East
Ability to speak other languages, in addition to English preferred
Physical Demands
Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with employees and other customers
Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms
Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 40 lbs
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
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