Associate, Designer - Off-Price

Centric Brands•Los Angeles, CA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. As an Associate Off-Price Designer at Centric Brands (Hudson and Joe’s Jeans), you will play a key supporting role in the seasonal design and development process for denim and ready to wear for both women’s and men’s categories as needed. Working under the direction of the Senior Manager of Product Development and Design, you’ll help bring styles to life—from concept to final product—through trend research, sketching, sample development, and collaboration across cross-functional teams. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to grow their technical and creative skills within a denim-focused environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
3-4 years of experience in apparel design
Strong sketching ability and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign (Mac environment)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/ Word/ Powerpoint) to maintain WIP reports.
Comprehensive understanding of garment construction, wash processes, and fabric behavior (especially denim)
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Familiarity with PLM systems to create and maintain tech packs
Positive attitude and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Denim experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supports the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by creating and executing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales, and ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process.
Research and identify brand-right seasonal trends and concepts
Support execution of seasonal design within the context of the overall assortment, cost and vendor strategy
Create flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator for garments including jeans, jackets, skirts, shorts, shirts, sweaters for women’s and men’s categories
Prepare tech packs, update spec sheets, and maintain accurate product records in PLM or shared drives
Support fabric and trim selection, wash development, and sample tracking
Attend fittings and assist with fit notes for development and production
Maintain design libraries, sample archives, and organizational tools
Track development milestones to ensure on-time sample delivery
Collaborate with cross-functional partners in technical design, production, and merchandising
Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors
Support follow-up on sample status, fabric / lab dip/ knit down approvals
Support in denim wash approvals and communication to vendors
Assist in maintaining denim wash standard library
Work closely with the Senior Manager of Product Development and Design, to ensure design execution aligns with brand and business goals
Bring a collaborative, solutions-oriented attitude to the team
Take initiative to learn and manage up when appropriate
Stay organized, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Assist in preparation for key allocation meetings, including preparing samples and supporting documents

Benefits

Industry-competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision)
Matching 401(k)
Summer Fridays
Generous PTO
Merchandise discounts
Excellent career development opportunities
Work environment that reflects industry leadership
Social impact program (Centric Cares) focused on volunteerism
D&I committee shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion through workshops, resources and inspiring conversation