FREELANCE DESIGNER - Sportswear & Swimwear (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

Create and maintain brand‑right commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy
Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, fit and fabric
Adapt designs based on feedback; incorporating for finalization
Ensure deliverables meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence
Implement processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needs
Deliver product designs with flawless execution; achieving goals with speed; agility and acute attention to detail
Identify and implement resources in sourcing new ideas; both internally and externally; and conduct ongoing competitor research/trend analysis
Collaborate and communicate with key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising, Marketing, and Product Development
Present designs to internal leader/team as well as key cross‑functional partners
Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
Anticipate/solve potential issues and provide conflict resolution
Manage, inspire and develop junior design talent
Build/maintain collaborative and effective relationships
Assess practices to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and speed in delivery
Must be able to work in a hybrid schedule in our New York City office
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent experience
8+ years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
Exceptional talent with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
Demonstrated ability to create original design sketches and successful product lines
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Illustrator, InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite
Experience in Centric a plus
Prior experience leading, coaching, inspiring, and developing talent
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to multiple levels
Collaborative partner with a team‑oriented approach and effective cross‑functional communication
Customer service philosophy
Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented
Champion for change and able to react with speed and agility in a rapidly moving culture
Benefits

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees, including medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers.

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