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Freelance Product Development Assistant Jobs in New York City Metropolitan Area at Solomon Page
Title: Freelance Product Development Assistant
Company: Solomon Page
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
We are looking for a Product Development Assistant for a top fashion company in NYC. The Product Development Assistant supports the Designer(s) in the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by creating and Maintaining FlexPLM tech packs for styles being developed by designer and ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process. The Product Development Assistant should have extensive Knowledge of FlexPLM System in order to trouble shoot issues and be able to suggest solutions to improve system and processes associated with the system. This position will operate on a hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities:
Create and update FlexPLM files for all styles being developed by designer including model details, fabrication and colorways, trims and packaging.
Maintain FlexPLM when changes are made and communicate such changes to the appropriate teams. Works with designers and acts as lead to other design assistants to improve process flow and trouble shoot issues as they arise.
Communicate knit downs, handlooms, lab dips design comments back to mill/vendor.
Assist design team in making fabric cards/ presentation boards/color palettes or other selling tools for the showroom.
Maintain color library and order colors.
Attend style review meetings with Design teams to understand vision / concepts prior to initiating the tech pack process.
Assist and take direction from Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s) for preliminary design research, including competitive analysis; pull fabrics, develop concepts, assemble presentation boards for meetings, prepare mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos.
Maintain product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; maintain designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives.
Track design schedule to ensure timely execution of product development calendar. Support Designer(s) in creating Illustrator sketches; assist in preparation of specification sheets; prepare designs for line review; prepare line sheets and update as necessary.
Support 3D initiatives by participating in block creation for all product categories.
Research and coordinate raw materials and trims for approval; maintain fabric/trim library.
Review lab dips with Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s); coordinate print and graphics where appropriate; observe and assist with fit process; keep detailed notes.
Required Qualifications:
Proficiency and expertise in FlexPLM systems is priority for this position.
Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented.
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative.
Ability to work in a fast pace, high performance environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or related field.
1-3 years related experience and/or training in apparel.
Comprehensive understanding of the entire Product Development cycle and all milestones.
Basic knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, seam classifications, fabrication and trim.
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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