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Knitwear Designer Jobs in Paris, Île-de-France, France at Canada Goose
Title: Knitwear Designer
Company: Canada Goose
Location: Paris, Île-de-France, France
Location:
Paris
Address71 rue du faubourg saint honore Paris, Paris 75008 France
Job TitleKnitwear Designer
Canada Goose isn’t like anything else. We’ve built something great, something special – an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you’re part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.
Here, opportunities are everywhere – to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they’re yours for the taking.
Position OverviewWhat You Will Do:
Work with the Design Team to observe and own seasonal calendar, as it relates to the company calendar
Participate actively in seasonal concept meetings, proposing inspirational research images, colours, moods,
Drive the research and development of seasonal yarns and swatches in line with the creative vision, submitted to the CD’s approval,
Design and/or direct the design of the Knitwear Collections,
Follow-up on Knitwear samples’ development with external manufacturers and with the Knitwear Product Development team in Toronto, to ensure quality, while respecting the deadlines,
Participate in the presentation of the Knitwear collections and capsules, if needed.
Execute special projects with the support of the Design Manager and Design Team
Work closely with Merchandising partners to ensure all designs support the business objectives
Enter all data required into PLM and updating as required for all styles as directed by collection or project leader
Research inspirations, new trends, and moodboards (men/woman)
Research of new fits, washes, techniques
Be the independent Design voice in fittings on designated styles.
Work closely with PDE partners to communicate designs, BOMs and updates/changes throughout the proto process
Support the Design Team in all fits, be the design voice in fittings on designated styles
Work with the Materials department to develop and adopt fabrics and trims
Collaborate with the Design Team and the Design Manager to create and publish the seasonal color palette and seasonal direction overview
Work with Raw Materials team to support color development as needed
All other duties as assigned by manager
About You
BA Honours Degree or above in Fashion Design
Strong understanding of knit material
2 – 4 years working experience within a Fashion / Garment Design role or related position
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer Skills; included proficiency in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and InDesign is essential
Demonstrated ability to take initiative to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
General knowledge of patternmaking and critical product construction
General knowledge of materials (fabrics and trims)
Excellent presentation skills of both designs and creative concepts
CAD development skills for construction of garments and merchandised presentations
Prior experience with Product Line Management (PLM) suggested
Well organized and proficient in time management
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