Adecco
Adecco Creative is partnering with an iconic NYC fashion house to recruit for a Sr. Designer, Apparel role. This position will be ongoing contract and PART-TIME hours. Candidates should have strong RTW experience within a luxury environment.
Responsibilities
Be the key interface with the licensee design teams to carryout seasonal design and brand direction – will be working on sleepwear, swimwear, and outerwear
Uphold design integrity and brand standards throughout the entire development process
Research seasonal trends and keep up to date on market competition
Support Design Director in creating seasonal trend inspiration presentations
Responsible for department project management (calendar creation, timeline adherence, ensuring all licensees and product meet key milestones and final calendar dates)
Manage preparation for design meetings; conduct follow-up independently
Collaborate closely with the Art Department; provide Art Department with seasonal artwork needs and oversee to final pass-off to the licensees or factory
Partner with licensees and merchandising teams throughout the design cycle
Initiate cross-collaboration with in-house design teams (Handbags, RTW, Jewelry, Shoes, Home) to collect and share design assets and seasonal direction (designs, swatches, hardware) with licensees
Manage communication of internal design priorities and changes throughout season (at sketch review, proto review and market sample review) to direct team and the licensees
Initiate project requests and oversee to final approval (with art department, hardware, editorial, legal teams)
Maintain seasonal boards and design libraries, by category
Qualifications / Experience
Experience in RTW design, Color, Print and Graphic design preferred
Experience in high fashion, including market trends, design, and luxe raw materials
Diverse set of experience across design categories, as well as strong construction knowledge
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and deadline management
Highly proficient skill within Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Art/Creative and Design
Industry Retail Apparel and Fashion
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Responsibilities
Be the key interface with the licensee design teams to carryout seasonal design and brand direction – will be working on sleepwear, swimwear, and outerwear
Uphold design integrity and brand standards throughout the entire development process
Research seasonal trends and keep up to date on market competition
Support Design Director in creating seasonal trend inspiration presentations
Responsible for department project management (calendar creation, timeline adherence, ensuring all licensees and product meet key milestones and final calendar dates)
Manage preparation for design meetings; conduct follow-up independently
Collaborate closely with the Art Department; provide Art Department with seasonal artwork needs and oversee to final pass-off to the licensees or factory
Partner with licensees and merchandising teams throughout the design cycle
Initiate cross-collaboration with in-house design teams (Handbags, RTW, Jewelry, Shoes, Home) to collect and share design assets and seasonal direction (designs, swatches, hardware) with licensees
Manage communication of internal design priorities and changes throughout season (at sketch review, proto review and market sample review) to direct team and the licensees
Initiate project requests and oversee to final approval (with art department, hardware, editorial, legal teams)
Maintain seasonal boards and design libraries, by category
Qualifications / Experience
Experience in RTW design, Color, Print and Graphic design preferred
Experience in high fashion, including market trends, design, and luxe raw materials
Diverse set of experience across design categories, as well as strong construction knowledge
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and deadline management
Highly proficient skill within Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Art/Creative and Design
Industry Retail Apparel and Fashion
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