Assistant Designer - Women's Fleece

American Eagle Outfitters • New York, NY

20d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role will support their respective category and team on all aspects of the product lifecycle from concept to final development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
• Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to multi task and prioritize based on business objectives
• Organized and detail oriented
• Working knowledge of Illustrator and Excel
• Web PLM experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support from concept to design to final development of their respective category
• Master knowledge of all styles, raw materials and trims related to their respective category
• Assist with the management of cross-functional communication between merchants, production, technical design and external vendors
• Help to organize and keep track of samples
• Assist in sketching designs in Illustrator (flats)
• Prepare PLM packages and update them as needed
• Assist with the preparation of presentation boards for seasonal/ milestone meetings
• Conduct design research as directed by department head
• Attend fit sessions as needed
• Review lab dips, samples and submits with Supervisor and enter/send comments to vendors
• Prepare line sheets and update as necessary
• Perform other duties as required
• Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business.
• In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals.

Benefits

• associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental)
• wellness benefits
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• life and disability insurance
• employee stock purchase program
• paid time off
• paid sick leave
• parental leave and benefits
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level