Senior Print Designer - Kids, Hybrid (Seattle, WA)

Nordstrom•Seattle, WA

1d•$93,500 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Print Designer partners with Nordstrom’s in-house Design team to create original artwork for Nordstrom Made brands. The role develops exclusive prints and saleable concepts that bring together style, color, and fabric with a market-relevant hand and appeal to the brand’s customer. This is a hybrid position in the Seattle, Washington area and requires working in the Nordstrom Seattle office at least four days per week. A portfolio must be submitted along with the resume. The designer manages the process from concept through completion, partnering with the Director to align on priorities and artwork direction. The position may lead multiple brands and categories, provides leadership and staff development, and owns partnerships with CFTs to oversee content that meets their needs. Seasonal travel for research and/or product development is required.

Requirements

Degree in Apparel/Fashion Design, Textile, Print, or Graphic Design.
7–10 years of experience.
Strong design and conceptual skills, with a strong sense of textile and color application.
Strong knowledge of textiles, artwork techniques, and fabric, with the ability to identify key trends and determine their relevance to the brand and consumer.
Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, NED Graphics, Procreate, and/or Fresco.
Positive and passionate, with strong problem-solving skills and a desire to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with business partners and teammates.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and prioritize, and clear, effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to coach, manage, and develop the skills of direct reports.
Submit a portfolio of work along with the resume.
Willingness to work in the Nordstrom Seattle office at least four days per week.

Responsibilities

Manage the design process from concept to completion and partner with the Director to align on priorities and artwork direction.
Shop and research the marketplace, including competitors, for inspiration and opportunities in product, fabric, wash, and color.
Research, identify, and present print and color trend direction, and create and present seasonal design boards showcasing print direction.
Create artwork and prints for each season.
Participate in conceptual development of the print story and seasonal direction.
Ensure prints reflect market trends and business strategy, stay within cost and technical parameters, and align with the broader seasonal direction in partnership with design partners.
Provide leadership through influence and expertise to affect operating-area results.
Develop staff through coaching, performance feedback and assessments, and performance and development plans; foster teamwork, clear objectives, recognition, and open communication.
Own partnerships with CFTs and oversee catering content to meet their needs.
Travel seasonally for research and/or product development.