Associate Designer (Women's Contemporary)

Our client

is a popular womenswear brand known for its bold character, intricate detail, and day-to-night silhouettes

Associate DesignerResponsibilities:

• Collaborate with design team and Creative Director to develop design concepts through research, draping, textile manipulation, and other exploratory techniques • Assist in sketching process under the direction of Head of Design to complete design phase in a timely manner to ensure all calendar deadlines are met • Create and launch detailed tech packs, ensuring that all design elements and specifics of garment construction are clearly communicated and resolved in pass off • Follow up with overseas factories on a daily basis regarding new developments, tech packs and style updates • Attend fittings and collaborate with factories to ensure the design's intention is accurately realized and fit comments are clearly communicated • Ensure all designs are market-ready and all necessary information is communicated to merchandising, sales and production

Associate DesignerQualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design • 2-3 years' experience working on design team (advanced contemporary / luxury experience is a plus) • Competent in all stages of the design process • Proficient in Adobe photoshop and illustrator, Procreate, and Excel • Proficient sewing, draping and sketching skills • Strong understanding of construction and luxury finishings