Designer, Lou & Grey
About The Position
The Designer will execute the design process for Lou & Grey categories from conception through final prototype. The role is responsible for the full product design process, including market research, mood board creation, designing, sketching, specification, and fit. The Designer maintains effective cross-functional relationships and demonstrates the company’s values and practices while supporting the company and brand. The Designer researches global, domestic, and competitive markets to identify trends, fabrics, and techniques; ensures products align with market trends, brand identity, and business strategy; and executes silhouette, fit, and styling direction. The role collaborates with the Director on seasonal fabric and yarn direction, partners with Product Development on research and development of qualities, communicates with Merchandising, Product Development, Production, and Technical Design about QA results and development issues, and attends fittings to provide input on fit direction. The role is accountable for departmental financial and sales goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Design.
- 4–6 years of experience in Design, specifically in Wovens.
- Experience with Procreate and Illustrator.
- Ability to communicate stitch and construction ideas through full-length and technical sketches.
- Thorough knowledge of fabrication, silhouettes, color ways, construction techniques, and trim.
- Creative and innovative sketching, design, and conceptualization skills.
- Outstanding sense of style and color.
- Outstanding leadership and managerial skills.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and divisions.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Research global, domestic, and competitive markets to identify new trends, fabrics, and techniques.
- Be accountable for departmental financial and sales goals.
- Ensure products are consistent with market trends while maintaining brand identity and business strategy.
- Execute silhouette, fit, and styling direction.
- Collaborate with the Director on seasonal fabric and yarn direction, and work with Product Development on research and development of qualities.
- Maintain daily communication with Merchandising, Product Development, Production, and Technical Design teams regarding QA results and development issues.
- Attend all fittings and provide input on fit direction.
- Execute the product design process from conception to final prototype, including market research, mood boards, designing, sketching, specification, and fit.
Benefits
- Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
- Support for individual development and career mobility within the family of brands.
- Local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match for eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities supporting communities.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(K) retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid time off and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
