AEO
POSITION TITLE:
Associate Designer
REPORTS TO:
Associate Design Director
POSITION SUMMARY Work within the AE Women’s team and implement the supervisor's direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with Designer to design category‑specific product based on design direction given for American Eagle Women’s team
Learn and understand raw materials and trims related to a specific classification
Perform daily follow‑up using email and PLM
Interact with merchants and vendors to develop working partnership
Observe presentation techniques and be prepared to make preliminary presentations
Maintain daily running or classification while designer travels including fit sessions
Perform preliminary design research domestically
Comment on lab dips, wash submits and finishes with supervisor approval
Perform other duties as required
In person/in‑office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in‑person/in‑office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
At least 2/3 years of related Apparel experience; wovens experience is a plus
Previous experience working for AE or Aerie is a plus; PLM experience required
Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills.
Must be detail oriented, computer literate and able to handle multiple tasks at once.
Must be knowledgeable of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Excel, and PLM (or equivalent program)
Comfortable working in an hybrid environment—working in office several days a week (based on the needs of the business or big milestone week) with occasional remote work from home
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part‑time or full‑time / exempt or non‑exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
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Associate Designer
REPORTS TO:
Associate Design Director
POSITION SUMMARY Work within the AE Women’s team and implement the supervisor's direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with Designer to design category‑specific product based on design direction given for American Eagle Women’s team
Learn and understand raw materials and trims related to a specific classification
Perform daily follow‑up using email and PLM
Interact with merchants and vendors to develop working partnership
Observe presentation techniques and be prepared to make preliminary presentations
Maintain daily running or classification while designer travels including fit sessions
Perform preliminary design research domestically
Comment on lab dips, wash submits and finishes with supervisor approval
Perform other duties as required
In person/in‑office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in‑person/in‑office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
At least 2/3 years of related Apparel experience; wovens experience is a plus
Previous experience working for AE or Aerie is a plus; PLM experience required
Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills.
Must be detail oriented, computer literate and able to handle multiple tasks at once.
Must be knowledgeable of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Excel, and PLM (or equivalent program)
Comfortable working in an hybrid environment—working in office several days a week (based on the needs of the business or big milestone week) with occasional remote work from home
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part‑time or full‑time / exempt or non‑exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
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