CAD Artist

Knitwell Group • York, NY

15d • $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

About us Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us? About the role The CAD Artist will be a creative print and pattern creator who has an eye for detail and is highly talented in the development of original prints. They will be responsible for the design and production of art, colorways, and repeats for seasonal print and pattern development. The impact you can have Collaborate with Design on the visualization, presentation, and communication of pattern concepts through CAD artwork. Translate pattern and color direction into artwork appropriate for the brand. Develop original artwork by hand and create complex layouts and placements. Create prints through original work or purchased files (contemporary and vintage). Execute color separations. Artwork must be created for design production with technical specs as well as for visual presentations. Develop color ways for designed prints and patterns. Provide production ready artwork in rotary size repeats and panels for internal and external partners. Create print boards for seasonal presentations and update them accordingly. Collaborate with cross functional teams to assist with sweater development and accessories design, including developing artwork for scarves, wraps and sleep. Organize and prioritize multiple projects to meet established deadlines. Coordinate with Technology team to meet appropriate equipment needs for operation and maintenance of CAD department.

Requirements

• BA Degree in Design or Textile Design
• 5-7 years of experience in Textile Design with strong understanding of the textile development process from conceptualization to finished design.
• Strong creative ability in original print creation.
• Ability to paint by hand and work on complex allover layouts and placements.
• In depth knowledge of technical repeat limitations, textile printing, yarn dye reproduction.
• Strong sense of color for the creation of print and pattern colorways.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop required.
• Detail oriented, with strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Self-starter, can work independently with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NedGraphics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design on the visualization, presentation, and communication of pattern concepts through CAD artwork.
• Translate pattern and color direction into artwork appropriate for the brand.
• Develop original artwork by hand and create complex layouts and placements.
• Create prints through original work or purchased files (contemporary and vintage).
• Execute color separations.
• Artwork must be created for design production with technical specs as well as for visual presentations.
• Develop color ways for designed prints and patterns.
• Provide production ready artwork in rotary size repeats and panels for internal and external partners.
• Create print boards for seasonal presentations and update them accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to assist with sweater development and accessories design, including developing artwork for scarves, wraps and sleep.
• Organize and prioritize multiple projects to meet established deadlines.
• Coordinate with Technology team to meet appropriate equipment needs for operation and maintenance of CAD department.

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays

What This Job Offers

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