Apparel Designer
Russell Tobin, New York, NY, United States
INTIMATE APPAREL DESIGNER
Russell Tobin & Associates is currently seeking an Intimate Apparel Designer to work for one of our well-recognized retail fashion clients. Be a part of an exciting design Team and contribute your design skills that will be seen and worn by thousands. We need someone who has a strong design eye, strong hand sketching and CAD skills.
Apply now for immediate consideration!
Location: Manhattan, NY — in office 3 days per week, 2 remote – during certain promos may require more office time
Pay Rate: $32 — $38 per hour on W2
Contract: 3 months with possible extension
Candidates will need to display a mix of hand sketches and flat, technical CADs for products that could fit within this aesthetic, preferably displaying your capability to design bras, panties, lingerie (teddies, corsets, babydolls, garterbelts etc) and RTW (slips, skirts, dresses) etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Design
3 years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
Prior experience in Intimate apparel constructions and understanding of female body silhouette
Sound knowledge of fashion history (key designers / styles)
Commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign proficiency
PLM (Centirc) system knowledge is a plus
Beautiful hand sketching skill is a plus
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create brand-right, commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy.
Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, fit and fabric
Deliver design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
Adapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalization
Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications with detailed tech packs and fit updates as collection evolves.
Apply processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer in order to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needs
Utilize resources in sourcing new ideas, both internally and externally, and stay up to date on competitor research/trend analysis
Collaborate and follow-up on deliverables with vendors and key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising, Marketing, and Product Development
Brainstorm and present ideas to team
Prepare materials for meetings and presentations and coordinate logistics
Achieve set goals with acute attention-to-detail, tracking progress & anticipating potential issues
Meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence
Supporting Team for regular internal company presentations
Contribute to Custom requests when needed
Create and maintain accurate colored linesheets and PLM system as the source of truth for all cross-functional teams.
With support of Manager, attend and lead weekly fittings to ensure execution of design intent
Conduct regular market research across wide variety of platforms to stay on top of trends.
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Why Join? This role offers the chance to impact financial performance, gain exposure to strong leadership principles, and grow professionally—all with competitive pay and potential for long-term engagement.
PrideGlobal and its affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity PrideGlobal and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment PrideGlobal and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Apply now for immediate consideration!
Location: Manhattan, NY — in office 3 days per week, 2 remote – during certain promos may require more office time
Pay Rate: $32 — $38 per hour on W2
Contract: 3 months with possible extension
Candidates will need to display a mix of hand sketches and flat, technical CADs for products that could fit within this aesthetic, preferably displaying your capability to design bras, panties, lingerie (teddies, corsets, babydolls, garterbelts etc) and RTW (slips, skirts, dresses) etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Design
3 years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
Prior experience in Intimate apparel constructions and understanding of female body silhouette
Sound knowledge of fashion history (key designers / styles)
Commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign proficiency
PLM (Centirc) system knowledge is a plus
Beautiful hand sketching skill is a plus
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create brand-right, commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy.
Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, fit and fabric
Deliver design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
Adapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalization
Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications with detailed tech packs and fit updates as collection evolves.
Apply processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer in order to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needs
Utilize resources in sourcing new ideas, both internally and externally, and stay up to date on competitor research/trend analysis
Collaborate and follow-up on deliverables with vendors and key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising, Marketing, and Product Development
Brainstorm and present ideas to team
Prepare materials for meetings and presentations and coordinate logistics
Achieve set goals with acute attention-to-detail, tracking progress & anticipating potential issues
Meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence
Supporting Team for regular internal company presentations
Contribute to Custom requests when needed
Create and maintain accurate colored linesheets and PLM system as the source of truth for all cross-functional teams.
With support of Manager, attend and lead weekly fittings to ensure execution of design intent
Conduct regular market research across wide variety of platforms to stay on top of trends.
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Why Join? This role offers the chance to impact financial performance, gain exposure to strong leadership principles, and grow professionally—all with competitive pay and potential for long-term engagement.
PrideGlobal and its affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity PrideGlobal and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment PrideGlobal and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
#J-18808-Ljbffr