Associate Designer, Jackets (Chico's)

Chico's FAS, Inc.•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence. Position Objective: This position is responsible for creating and developing product for assigned category or categories from start to finish, as well as support the design team to execute the seasonal concept direction, line plan style development, adhering to margin requirements, and timely completion of product.

Requirements

3+ years' in the apparel design industry, preferably contemporary market
Outstanding sketching and presentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external partners
Past experience in business/design with solid understanding of details and trim
Excellent silhouette and trend forecasting ability
Strong sense and passion for print, pattern and details that make the brand and product unique
Affinity for working in a team environment
Computer proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator , Excel, and Word

Nice To Haves

InDesign and Micrographx experience preferred
Solid understanding of Fit, fabrics, finishes and construction a plus
The ability to create or visualize an idea and produce a design by hand or using CAD a plus

Responsibilities

Supports design team in creating the product collections at the beginning of each season.
Creates new silhouettes for categories within the collections.
Prepares development creative packages under direction of the senior designer and/or designer.
Supports in managing multiple seasons at different stages of development, while understanding the development calendar and ensuring teams are adhering to the T&A.
Creates assortment relevant to brand positioning.
Prepares design tech packs.
Demonstrates the ability to translate design to/for the customer.
Prepares for seasonal product review meetings.
Shops monthly to compile market research to gain understanding of brand and stays abreast of trends both directional and at a retail level, including, but not limited to brick & mortar and online research.
May attend development fit sessions.
May create artwork for embellishments, plaid and stripes, and mock up projects.
Other duties as assigned.