Associate Designer - Women's Woven - Hybrid (Seattle, WA)

Nordstrom•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a specialty retailer offering the very best of what’s next in fashion for men, women and children since 1901. We don't just sell cutting-edge fashion and accessories, we create it. Our talented fashion design team — the Nordstrom Product Group — develops, designs, produces and sources 50-plus private Nordstrom labels. From traditional to trendy, this team is shaping the styles and looks our customer love. The ideal associate designer is experienced and has an eye for trend and the ability to create original saleable concepts that encompass style, color and fabric as directed. We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity. CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs. OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence. CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation. HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day. WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Design
Minimum 2+ years experience in design industry
Strong design portfolio and/or CV resume
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
Strong ability to hand-sketch
Proficiency in MS Office suite and Adobe CS
Ability to work independently or as a team
Strong time management and multi-tasking skill
Strong understanding of industry and trends
Enthusiasm for Nordstrom culture and growth opportunity in a corporate environment
Ability to quickly adapt to new technology and systems

Responsibilities

Conceptualize and accurately sketch design ideas based on direction from senior designer
Prepare and present design sketches to cross-functional partners
Collaborate with design team and cross-divisional partners
Support Senior Designer to prep for key milestones
Research trends and competitive brands and report on findings