Associate Designer, Jackets

N23 Premium Brands Opco LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount 50% off LOFT &Ban

Career mobility within brands

Volunteer/community involvement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

LOFT, a KnitWell Group brand, seeks an Associate Designer to contribute to jackets development, materials, colors and silhouettes, guiding items from concept to production. You will liaise with Design, Product Development, Technical Design and Merchandising, create sketches in Illustrator and by hand, and stay current with fashion directions.

The role requires 2–3 years in fashion design, a design degree, strong color sense, and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator and CAD; New York City

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of fashion design experience.
• BA, Associates degree, or equivalent in Design.
• Strong fashion, color and print sense.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Highly organized with capacity to anticipate change.
• Knowledge of design specifications (e.g., draping, pattern-making, CAD software).
• Proficient in Photoshop, Excel and Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and selection of materials, silhouettes, colors and patterns for Jackets and Outerwear.
• Assist in fabric research and development and see items through to production.
• Serve as liaison between Design, Product Development, Technical Design and Merchandising to ensure accurate information flow.
• Create sketches and updates using Adobe Illustrator and hand sketching; maintain line knowledge and track changes.

Skills

Fashion Design

Strong communication

Organization

Photoshop

Illustrator

CAD software

Education

BA/Associates in Design

Tools

Excel

CAD

Job description

About us

LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style. Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

About the Position

The Associate Designer is responsible for a variable amount of design, development and selection of materials, silhouettes, colors and patterns for the Jackets category. Will assist in fabric research, development and fabricates basic core items seeing Jacket and Outerwear garments through to production.

The impact you can have

Serve as liaison between Design, Product Development, Technical Design and Merchandising to ensure information flow is accurate throughout the development process Manage technical package process, to include drawings, measurements and design detail specifications, as well as hand-off to Product Development Creating new sketches and sketch updates using adobe illustrator and hand sketching Maintain thorough knowledge of the line (silhouettes, yarns/fabrics and design details) and responsible for tracking changes/additions Participate in concept review and line building recaps, in addition to line review Coordinate all changes from Line Review and communicate to cross-functional teams at Line Review recap Identifying seasonal fashion direction, assortment opportunities and merchandise trends for area of responsibility Design Presentation Boards; Research competitive market and present results and deductions to Designer

You'll bring to the role

• 2-3 years' experience in Fashion Design
• BA, Associates degree, or equivalent in Design
• Strong fashion, color and print sense
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Highly organized with capacity to anticipate change
• Knowledge of design specifications (ex. draping, pattern-making and CAD software)
• Proficient in Photoshop, Excel and Illustrator

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: $65,000-$68,000

*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. #LI-KB1 Location: Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036 Position Type: Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 an 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.