Assistant Designer-Men's Bottoms

Tommy Bahama•Seattle, WA

13d•$26 - $41

About The Position

To collaborate with and support designers in the creation of an apparel line that is attractive to the Tommy Bahama customer, and to work with a team of designers and other staff to ensure the quality of the products is world-class.

Requirements

Degree in Fashion Design or related experience preferred
1-3 years of previous design experience in an apparel company highly desirable
Organizational skills, proofreading skills, and ability to be detail-oriented are a must.
Experience in PLM or equivalent highly desirable
Computer graphics experience with strong knowledge of Photoshop is highly desirable
Advanced Illustrator skills are highly desirable
Experience with the apparel design process from concept to product.
Ability to listen and incorporate ideas into new designs or products.
Must be able to approach each season without a rigid set of rules because of constantly changing trends yet be able to meet tight timelines.
"Can-do" or "supportive" attitude that doesn't allow personal ego to get in the way of effective team product results.
Willingness to do some desirable tasks to allow team to succeed is essential.
Ability to follow through on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent time management skills.
Must adhere to the calendar
Occasional travel to local Tommy Bahama retail sites or local shopping trips for design inspiration and market research.

Responsibilities

Partners with Designer to develop segments of the Tommy Bahama line each season (color, styling, fabric selection).
Assists in researching fashion trends and determines desires for Tommy Bahama customer.
Prepares presentation boards as needed.
Develops computer coloration and prepares development cards that articulate colors, specifications, fabrics and all information necessary so that samples can be created.
Develops sketches for garment styling and updates as necessary for Tech Pack.
Develops construction specifications and updates as necessary for Tech Pack.
Collaborates with Designer and Merchandising in resolving production problems for current and upcoming seasons
Orders samples, under guidance of Designer and Manager.
Checks samples with Designer and Production team members for adherence to specs, color, fit, fabric, and construction
Approves final samples under guidance of Designer
Communicates feedback to Materials, Sourcing and Production partners.
Files and Tracks all sample order information.
Listens to feedback from Merchandising, Sales, and Retail staff to learn more about the Tommy Bahama customer.
Follows up on details with Merchandising, Sales, or other departments where questions need to be answered by design team.
Works with design team with sales meeting presentations through effective logistics, meeting planning, and follow through skills.
Prepares and maintains wall presentations for product assortment reviews.
Works with team of designers and design assistants to ensure cohesive line, and best quality product available
Recognizes team members as valuable contributors and listens to their feedback
Prepares samples for sales meetings
Prepares information for line sheet for sales meetings and provides information to Art Team
Works with Designer and Merchandising to answer questions about the line, and to make changes based on input
Seeks new ways to make design processes more efficient and share ideas with design team
Works as efficiently as possible, while also focusing on quality results for the line.
Seeks ways to improve his/her abilities and skills as a person and as a design team member.
Contributes to the success of the entire team and takes responsibility for results.
Flexible for other duties as needed to help support the overall business.