Assistant Designer, Sweaters

N23 Premium Brands Opco LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Career mobility within brands

Volunteer opportunities

Medical insurance & 401(k)

Job summary

KnitWell Group in New York, NY, is seeking an Assistant Designer to support the Designer in executing seasonal knitwear collections. You will help develop the Sweaters category, prepare line review materials, and create fabric and color boards as well as flats.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Design, 1–2 years of design experience, strong sketching, color trend sense, and proficient with Photoshop, Illustrator, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree equivalence in Design; knits/sweaters preferred
• 1-2 years’ design experience
• Proficient in fashion sketching and illustration
• Strong color trend identification
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Assist in execution of seasonal collections across knits/sweaters.
• Prepare line review materials, concept boards, fabric and color boards, flats.
• Support design development and presentation of line concepts.
• Attend style fittings and document feedback.
• Maintain design archives and development logs.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams.

Skills

Creativity

Fashion enthusiasm

Color trend identification

Strong communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design or equivalent

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Excel

Job description

About us

Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?

About the role

The Assistant Designer assists the Designer with the execution of seasonal collections, fabrications and colors that maintain the brand identity. Assists in the development, concept and design of the Sweaters category. Prepares Line Review presentation materials, concept boards, fabric and color boards and flat sketches.

Embodies the company's Values & Practices by maintaining effective collaborative relationships, taking pride in the company and brand, embracing diversity in all facets of the position and representing a hunger for knowledge and responsibility

The impact you can have

• Assists in the preparation of design specification sheets, both flat and technical sketches, pitch sheets and trim sheets
• Contributes to conceptualization and implementation of the line; Prepares presentation boards highlighting fabric, flats, and figure sketches; Assists in set up of all Spectrum and Concept presentations
• Participates in line assortment building and line presentations with the goal of creating a cohesive and exciting collection
• Attends all style fittings and provides input/feedback as necessary; Keeps detailed notes from all fittings
• Maintains product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library
• Adheres to cross-functional calendar and attends meetings as required
• Builds collaborative relationships with vendors and internal clients

You’ll bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree equivalent in Design Experience with knits/sweaters preferred 1-2 years’ experience in Design
• Creativity and enthusiasm for fashion
• Strong sketching and illustration ability
• Ability to identify color and fashion trends
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel and all other Microsoft Office Applications

Benefits at KnitWell Group

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, Talbots and Haven Well Within (in store and online)
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays*

The target salary range for this role is: $53,000-$54,000 *Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role. Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

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Location: Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036

Position Type: Regular/Full time

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law.

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.