Assistant Print Designer - Hybrid (Seattle, WA)

Nordstrom•Seattle, WA

1d•$52,600 - $84,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Our talented design team — Nordstrom Made — develops, designs, produces and sources 50-plus private Nordstrom labels. From traditional to trendy, this team is shaping the styles and looks our customer loves. Print techs are at the forefront of this – ensuring our printed fabrics tell the story of each brand to our customers and deliver to stores exactly how we had envisioned.

Requirements

Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
An eye for design, print and color with the ability to create diverse and compelling colorway stories
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
Technical knowledge of print and textile techniques, dye types, fabric qualities, product development and production preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Flex PLM system, Adobe Suite and Nedgraphics preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate with vendors, leveraging industry knowledge of print processes, dye and ink types, embellishment and application techniques
Assess and approve all printed and art-related strike-offs, yarn dyes and knit downs for color, layout and printing techniques
Manage development and production timelines for all artworks and yarn dyes and ensure deadlines are met
Prepare and send out artwork packages to suppliers, including color callouts and key details
Create and develop woven plaids, stripes and allover prints to support key item programs