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Assistant Designer, Soft & Structured Wovens (Womens) Jobs in New York City Metropolitan Area at Michael Kors
Title: Assistant Designer, Soft & Structured Wovens (Womens)
Company: Michael Kors
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
Who You Are:
An Assistant Designer who has knowledge in garment construction. You thrive in a rapidly changing environment, are curious and have the vision to help build and develop the brand. You have a great eye for detail, exude a strong fashion sense, and are extremely industry savvy.
What You’ll Do:
Design Development
Understand the Michael Kors aesthetic and translate it into seasonal products
Seasonal research including trend and market research
Creatively develop design mockups in-house
Understanding of garment construction
Understanding of woven fabrics
Sketching on photoshop and illustrator
Create tech packs: proto through to bulk on a PLM system preferably Centric
Involved in proto & production fitting and be able to communicate design comments to cross functional teams and overseas offices
Administrative Duties
Daily communication with vendors globally
Daily communication with cross functional teams internally and manage updates and requests
Assist in day-to-day projects including emails, meeting preparations and updating tech packs
You’ll Need to Have:
1-2+ years of related experience with excellent technical knowledge
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Prior experience with PLM preferably Centric
Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
Ability to work in office 3-5 days a week (meeting dependent)
We’d Love to See:
Experience with flats and technical drawings and CADS in Adobe Illustrator
Fresh illustration techniques
MK Perks:
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
Summer Fridays
Internal mobility across Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors
Cross-brand Discount
Exclusive Employee Sales
Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
401k Match
Paid Parental Leave
Thrive Wellness Program
Commuter Benefits
Gym Discounts
At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V
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