Associate Designer (Pipeline Only)

Chico's; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chico’s FAS, Inc. is seeking an experienced apparel designer to develop product for assigned categories from concept to finalizing samples. You will support the design team in executing seasonal direction, line plans, and margin-compliant development while meeting deadlines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Design and 3+ years in the apparel design industry. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and CAD is expected, with strong sketching, trend forecasting, and collaboration skills across

Qualifications

• 3+ years' in the apparel design industry, preferably contemporary market.
• Outstanding sketching and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external partners.
• Past experience in business/design with solid understanding of details and trim.
• Excellent silhouette and trend forecasting ability.
• Strong sense and passion for print, pattern and details that make the brand and product unique.
• Affinity for working in a team environment.
• Computer proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator , Excel, and Word.
• InDesign and Micrographx experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of Fit, fabrics, finishes and construction a plus.
• The ability to create or visualize an idea and produce a design by hand or using CAD a plus

Responsibilities

• Supports design team in creating the product collections at the beginning of each season. Creates new silhouettes for categories within the collections.
• Prepares development creative packages under direction of the senior designer and/or designer.
• Supports in managing multiple seasons at different stages of development, while understanding the development calendar and ensuring teams are adhering to the T&A.
• Creates assortment relevant to brand positioning.
• Prepares design tech packs.
• Demonstrates the ability to translate design to/for the customer.
• Prepares for seasonal product review meetings.
• Shops monthly to compile market research to gain understanding of brand and stays abreast of trends both directional and at a retail level, including, but not limited to brick & mortar and online research.
• May attend development fit sessions.
• May create artwork for embellishments, plaid and stripes, and mock up projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sketching

Presentation skills

Communication

Trend forecasting

Print & pattern

Team player

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

CAD

Excel

Word

Fabric knowledge

Silhouette design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Micrographx

Excel

Word

Job description

With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.

Position Objective

This position is responsible for creating and developing product for assigned category or categories from start to finish, as well as support the design team to execute the seasonal concept direction, line plan style development, adhering to margin requirements, and timely completion of product.

Functional Responsibilities

• Supports design team in creating the product collections at the beginning of each season. Creates new silhouettes for categories within the collections.
• Prepares development creative packages under direction of the senior designer and/or designer.
• Supports in managing multiple seasons at different stages of development, while understanding the development calendar and ensuring teams are adhering to the T&A.
• Creates assortment relevant to brand positioning.
• Prepares design tech packs.
• Demonstrates the ability to translate design to/for the customer.
• Prepares for seasonal product review meetings.
• Shops monthly to compile market research to gain understanding of brand and stays abreast of trends both directional and at a retail level, including, but not limited to brick & mortar and online research.
• May attend development fit sessions.
• May create artwork for embellishments, plaid and stripes, and mock up projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position may be found in multiple brands. Some duties may vary from brand to brand.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; 4 year college degree in Design

Qualifications

• 3+ years' in the apparel design industry, preferably contemporary market
• Outstanding sketching and presentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external partners
• Past experience in business/design with solid understanding of details and trim
• Excellent silhouette and trend forecasting ability
• Strong sense and passion for print, pattern and details that make the brand and product unique
• Affinity for working in a team environment
• Computer proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator , Excel, and Word
• InDesign and Micrographx experience preferred
• Solid understanding of Fit, fabrics, finishes and construction a plus
• The ability to create or visualize an idea and produce a design by hand or using CAD a plus

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.