Overview
Apparel Designer Jobs in New York, NY at US Tech Solutions
Title: Apparel Designer
Company: US Tech Solutions
Location: New York, NY
Location: 55 Water Street, Manhattan, New York 10038 (Hybrid)
Contract: 3+ Months Contract
Your Role
The Designer is responsible for creating commercially viable product designs for a mid-high-volume category/collection. Presents and delivers brand-right designs that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy; encompassing style; color/print; fit and fabric for new/existing product lines. Researches and interprets fashion trends and consumer needs that uphold the integrity of the product lines/brand. Demonstrates a passion for the brand; inspires individuals, relies on managerial skills to plan, and accomplish goals.
Your Impact
Create and maintain brand-right commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy
Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, fit and fabric
Adapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalization
Ensure deliverables meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence
Implement processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needs
Deliver product designs with flawless execution; achieving goals with speed; agility and acute attention to detail
Identify and implement resources in sourcing new ideas; both internally and externally; and conduct ongoing competitor research/trend analysis
Collaborate and communicate with key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising; Marketing; and Product Development
Present designs to internal leader/team as well as key cross-functional partners
Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
Anticipate/solve potential issues and provide conflict resolution
Manage; inspire and develop junior design talent
Build/maintain collaborative and effective relationships
Assess practices to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and speed in delivery
Your Experience
Bachelor’s degree in design or equivalent experience
4+ years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
Exceptional talent with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
Demonstrated ability to create original design sketches and successful product lines
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Illustrator, InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite
Experience in Centric a plus
Prior experience leading, coaching, inspiring, and developing talent
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to multiple levels
Collaborative partner with a team-oriented approach and effective cross-functional communication
Customer service philosophy
Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented
Champion for change and able to react with speed and agility in a rapidly moving culture
Must be able to work in a hybrid schedule in our New York City office
