Associate Designer Contemporary Apparel - Freelance at Solomon Page

Solomon Page is working on a long term freelance assignment with top fashion company in NYC. This role is for an Associate Designer working on wovens and knits for a casual lifestyle and contemporary feel. You will work within the team and implement the supervisor's direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Designer to design category-specific product based on design direction given
• Learn and understand raw materials and trims related to a specific classification
• Perform daily follow-up using email and PLM
• Interact with merchants and vendors to develop working partnership
• Maintain daily running or classification while designer travels including fit sessions
• Perform preliminary design research domestically
• Comment on lab dips, wash submits and finishes with supervisor approval
• Able to be flexible to work in-office when needed by team/business needs due to current hybrid working environment (in office and remote from home)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
• At least 1-3 years of related Apparel experience; Woven experience is a plus
• Previous experience working for AE or Aerie is a plus; PLM experience required
• Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills.
• Must be detail oriented, computer literate and able to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Must be knowledgeable of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Excel, and PLM (or equivalent program)
• Comfortable working in an hybrid environment - working in office several days a week (based on the needs of the business or big milestone week) with occasional remote work from home

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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