Designer Job at Janie and Jack in San Francisco

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

About the job

In this role, you will work closely with the Design team in driving seasonal trend development, including color palette selection, concept ideas, and key silhouette direction for each delivery.

What you’ll do

• Experienced in forecasting trends in fabric, color, and silhouette for the children's market.
• Assist with line development from initial concept through production phases.
• Implement processes to understand and anticipate the needs of the customer in order to exceed expectations and readily react to their needs.
• Be part of a team that designs 20-28 uniquely distinct product assortments per year.
• Adapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalization.
• Present designs to internal leaders/teams as well as key cross‑functional partners.
• Responsible for shopping the market for trend information, inspiration, and ways to grow the Janie and Jack business, as well as reviewing competition as it relates to product, quality, and aesthetic.
• Update linesheets throughout the season, both with sketches and color and ensure all information is accurate by collaborating with cross‑functional teams (including Color & Print, PD, Graphics teams).
• Build and maintain collaborative and effective relationships.
• Collaborate and communicate with key partners throughout the design process, including Merchandising, Marketing, and Product Development.

What you’ll bring

• BS/BA degree with 5+ years of apparel design experience in the women’s or children’s market.
• Specialty retail experience preferred.
• Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to troubleshoot problems.
• Collaborative partner with a team-oriented approach and effective cross‑functional communication.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with the ability to meet deadlines and work with all levels of the organization.
• Highly skilled in Photoshop/Illustrator.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• The Product—so good, you’ll be using your employee discount more than you probably should.
• The People—ask anyone that works here…we have incredible people on our team.
• The Experience—you’ll enjoy a rewarding career at a respected children’s brand.
• Employee discount at Janie and Jack
• Paid holidays and flexible time off
• Generous Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions for individuals and families
• Flexible Spending Accounts and commuter benefits
• Life insurance
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Program with resources like financial and legal assistance, childcare and elderly care, emotional work/life counseling, health, and wellness resources, travel assistance

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Industry: Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion

Location: San Francisco, CA

EEO Statement: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.