REQ Solutions is hiring: Accessories Designer - Fashion Retail in New York

Title: Designer - Accessories

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Location: Manhattan, NY

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Duration: 6 Months Contract + Possibility of Extension

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Shift: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, Monday to Friday (Onsite)

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Note: Those Candidates who can work on W2 basis without any sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

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JOB SUMMARY

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PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Create brand-right, commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy
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• Develop product with a focus on style, functionality and material execution.
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• Deliver product designs with flawless execution; achieving goals with speed, agility and acute attention to detail
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• Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
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• Adapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalization
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• Confidently present designs to internal leader/team as well as key cross-functional partners; discuss key trends and market awareness in both digital deck format as well as in person product reviews.
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• Implement processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer in order to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needs
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• Identify and recommend resources in sourcing new ideas, both internally and externally, and conduct ongoing competitor research/trend analysis.
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• Collaborate and communicate with key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising and Product Development; Build/maintain collaborative and effective relationships
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• Anticipate/solve potential issues and provide conflict resolution
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• Manage, inspire and develop junior design talent
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• Assess practices to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and speed in delivery
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• Ensure deliverables meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence
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QUALIFICATIONS/CAPABILITIES:

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• Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent experience
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• 5+ years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
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• Exceptional talent with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
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• Demonstrated ability to create original design sketches and successful product lines
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• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.
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• Collaborative partner with a team-oriented approach and a customer service philosophy
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• Champion for change and able to react with speed and agility
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• Highly motivated, passionate, results-oriented
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• Displays flexibility and is a creative problem solver
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• Solid communication and presentation skills
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• Moderate domestic and minimal international travel
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