Anthropologie Associate Designer - Soft Wovens

URBN Urban Outfitters, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits

Generous employee discounts

Retirement savings options

PTO

Job summary

URBN Urban Outfitters, Inc. is seeking a temporary Associate Designer for the Anthropologie team in Philadelphia. The role focuses on facilitating the development of private label products, supporting the design process by collaborating with various teams.

Key responsibilities include managing design projects, preparing development packages, and researching trends. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and technical knowledge in apparel construction. Competitive benefits and a diverse work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with partners in Buying, Production, and Design.
• Technical knowledge of knit and woven apparel construction.
• Capability to research and report on fabric innovations and trends.

Responsibilities

• Support seasonal development calendar in partnership with Designer.
• Prepare development packages and manage communication.
• Execute design projects assigned by the Design Director.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Creative and cost-effective design solutions

Technical knowledge of apparel construction

Knowledge of fabric and trims

Ability to forecast fashion trends

Expert sketching skills

Job description

Role Summary

The Anthropologie team is searching for a new temporary associate designer to join the Soft Wovens team. The Associate Designer’s primary responsibility is to facilitate the development process of private label product. This role works in support of the Designer to design and source product appropriate to the target customer.

Role Responsibilities

• Support seasonal development calendar in partnership with Designer and Director of Sourcing
• Execute specific design development projects as assigned by the Design Director or Designer.
• Prepare development packages and participate in all communication and follow up related to each package in partnership with the Design Coordinator.
• Manage development and execution of trim packages.
• Set up spec sheets for all bodies. Communicate fit and construction details to Technical Design department. Complete all technical sketches for domestic and overseas programs.
• Manage weekly fittings. DMM should be present and active in the fitting process. Major design detail changes must be approved by the DMM before the spec can be changed.
• Maintain an active role in the weekly Design Flow Meeting. Take notes and follow up on all outstanding issues
• To support the design ideation process through researching elevated inspiration images
• Working with the Senior Designer and Assistant Director on fashion sketching and embroidery design.

Role Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with partners in Buying, Production, and Design.
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Ability to respond to business objectives with creative, innovative, and cost-effective design solutions
• Technical knowledge of knit and/or woven and/or sweaters apparel construction.
• Knowledge of fabric and trims.
• Knowledge of fabric treatments as well as wash and dye techniques
• Knowledge of knit and/or woven and/or sweaters manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Ability to research and report on industry trend direction, color direction, and fabric innovations approximately 9-12 months ahead of season
• Ability to recognize and accurately forecast fashion and cultural trends as they relate to the target customer.
• Expert-ability to sketch or to communicate design ideas via computer program

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.