Overview
Assistant Designer, RTW Jobs in New York, NY at Adecco
Title: Assistant Designer, RTW
Company: Adecco
Location: New York, NY
Adecco Creative is partnering with one of NYC’s most iconic fashion brands to recruit for an Assistant Designer, RTW role. This position will be ongoing contract. STRONG internships in apparel design are a must.
Responsibilities
Be the key interface with the licensee design teams to carryout seasonal design and brand direction
Uphold design integrity and brand standards throughout the entire development process
Research seasonal trends and keep up-to-date on market competition
Support Designer in creating seasonal trend inspiration presentations
Responsible for department project management (timeline adherence, ensuring all licensees and product meet key milestones and final calendar dates)
Manage preparation for design meetings; conduct follow-up
Collaborate closely with the Art Department; provide Art Department with seasonal artwork needs and oversee to final pass-off to the licensees or factory
Partner with licensees and merchandising teams throughout the design cycle
Initiate cross-collaboration with in-house design teams (Handbags, RTW, Jewelry, Shoes, Home) to collect and share design assets and seasonal direction (designs, swatches, hardware) with licensees.
Manage communication of internal design priorities and changes throughout season (at sketch review, proto review and market sample review ) to direct team and the licensees.
Initiate project requests and oversee to final approval (with art department, hardware, editorial, legal teams)
Maintain seasonal boards and design libraries, by category.
Experience
1+ year(s) Fashion industry experience
Experience in Accessory, RTW, Color, Print and Graphic design preferred
Experience in high fashion, including market trends, design, and luxe raw materials
Diverse set of experience across design categories, as well as strong construction knowledge
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and deadline management
Highly proficient skill within Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
