Chico's FAS, Inc.
Associate Designer - Sweaters (White House Black Market)
Chico's FAS, Inc., Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Associate Designer – Sweaters (White House Black Market)
With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, we leverage sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses.
Position Objective This position is responsible for creating and developing product for assigned category or categories from start to finish, supporting the design team to execute seasonal concept direction, line plan style development, adhering to margin requirements, and ensuring timely completion of product.
Functional Responsibilities
Support design team in creating product collections at the beginning of each season and creating new silhouettes for categories within the collections.
Prepare development creative packages under direction of the senior designer and or designer.
Manage multiple seasons at different stages of development while understanding the development calendar and ensuring teams are adhering to the T&A.
Create an assortment relevant to brand positioning.
Prepare design tech packs.
Demonstrate the ability to translate design to/for the customer.
Prepare for seasonal product review meetings.
Shop monthly to compile market research to gain understanding of brand and stay abreast of trends both directional and at a retail level, including brick & mortar and online research.
Attend development fit sessions (may).
Create artwork for embellishments, plaid and stripes, and mock up projects (may).
Other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Design preferred.
Qualifications
3+ years in the apparel design industry, preferably contemporary market.
Outstanding sketching and presentation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external partners.
Past experience in business/design with solid understanding of details and trim.
Excellent silhouette and trend forecasting ability.
Strong sense and passion for print, pattern, and details that make the brand and product unique.
Affinity for working in a team environment.
Computer proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Excel, and Word.
InDesign and Micrographx experience preferred.
Solid understanding of fit, fabrics, finishes and construction a plus.
Ability to create or visualize an idea and produce a design by hand or using CAD a plus.
Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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Position Objective This position is responsible for creating and developing product for assigned category or categories from start to finish, supporting the design team to execute seasonal concept direction, line plan style development, adhering to margin requirements, and ensuring timely completion of product.
Functional Responsibilities
Support design team in creating product collections at the beginning of each season and creating new silhouettes for categories within the collections.
Prepare development creative packages under direction of the senior designer and or designer.
Manage multiple seasons at different stages of development while understanding the development calendar and ensuring teams are adhering to the T&A.
Create an assortment relevant to brand positioning.
Prepare design tech packs.
Demonstrate the ability to translate design to/for the customer.
Prepare for seasonal product review meetings.
Shop monthly to compile market research to gain understanding of brand and stay abreast of trends both directional and at a retail level, including brick & mortar and online research.
Attend development fit sessions (may).
Create artwork for embellishments, plaid and stripes, and mock up projects (may).
Other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Design preferred.
Qualifications
3+ years in the apparel design industry, preferably contemporary market.
Outstanding sketching and presentation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external partners.
Past experience in business/design with solid understanding of details and trim.
Excellent silhouette and trend forecasting ability.
Strong sense and passion for print, pattern, and details that make the brand and product unique.
Affinity for working in a team environment.
Computer proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Excel, and Word.
InDesign and Micrographx experience preferred.
Solid understanding of fit, fabrics, finishes and construction a plus.
Ability to create or visualize an idea and produce a design by hand or using CAD a plus.
Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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