Free People Movement Assistant Design Coordinator (Temporary)

Urban Outfitters • Philadelphia, PA

12d

About The Position

Free People is seeking a Design Coordinator for a 6-month contract. The Design Coordinator supports the Design Team with administrative duties and tasks as needed in support of the creation , development and execution of own brand product design and development.

Requirements

• Design tools: Procreate, Adobe (Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Excellent communication skills to communicate ideas and inspirations to others and to interact with Designers, Buyers and other Cross Functional partners.
• Strong organizational and relationship building skills and ability to intuitively respond and reprioritize as needs shift during the development process.
• Self starter with a bias for action
• Entry level technical knowledge of apparel construction.
• Entry level knowledge design processes
• Ability to clearly communicate.

Nice To Haves

• Experience putting together artwork and embellishment packages preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active role in the weekly Design Flow Meetings.
• Take notes and manage follow up communication on all outstanding issues in collaboration with Designer.
• Support seasonal development calendar in partnership with designer/buyers/technical designers/production.
• Execute specific design development projects as assigned by Designer and manage development and execution of trim and artwork packages.
• Set up spec sheets for all private label product & assist Design Lead with market developments & follow-up communication as needed.
• Partner with PD on the status of styles in development daily to ensure product execution meets design specifications and are on track in style development process.
• Prepare development packages and participate in follow up communication related to each package.
• Review incoming garments with Designer and PD partners to ensure they are correct and in line with original intent as well as brand standards.
• Assist in sample preparation for monthly sales review meetings by collaborating with Designer on innovative presentations that effectively communicate line to Buyers and Brand leaders.
• Perform special tasks as needed.

Benefits

• URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees.
• Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more!
• For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees