Seasonal Concept Designer – Women’s Accessories & Sleepwear

Nordstrom, Inc.; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance

Disability

Merchandise Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a designer to deliver brand-informed seasonal concepts, aligning design with market analysis and data analytics. You will curate color palettes, trends, prints, fabrics, and silhouettes for specific brands, working with leaders to communicate seasonal stories and guide concept execution.

The role involves collaboration with Design Directors, Sr. Leadership, and cross-functional teams, while managing multiple projects across seasons.

Qualifications

• Strong design and conceptual skills.
• Strong knowledge of textiles, artwork techniques & fabric.
• Proficient in Illustrator and capable in Microsoft, Photoshop, InDesign, Miro, etc.
• Positive and passionate with strong problem-solving skills.
• Desire to work in a collaborative environment and build strong relationships with business partners & teammates.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• College degree in Fashion Design, Textiles or a related field.
• 5+ Years relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Delivers seasonal concepts at a brand-level to Nordstrom Made partners, kicking off the design process and influencing brand direction.
• Conducts color and trend research to support seasonal product priorities and merchant strategies.
• Reinforces conceptual/trend information as new intel becomes available, always keeping a pulse on fashion publications, social media and the runways.
• Influences product decisions during the development and assortment phases to ensure relevant, engaging offerings for our customer.
• Shows awareness for how inadequate research or missed due dates can hinder the design development process.
• Seasonal travel for research and/or product development.

Skills

Strong design and conceptual skills

Strong knowledge of textiles

Clear and effective verbal and written

Desire to work in collaboration

Strong communication skills

5+ Years relevant experience

Education

College degree in Fashion Design, Textiles or a related field

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Miro

MS Office

Job description

Nordstrom is seeking a designer to deliver brand-informed seasonal concepts, aligning design with market analysis and data analytics. You will curate color palettes, trends, prints, fabrics, and silhouettes for specific brands, working with leaders to communicate seasonal stories and guide concept execution.

The role involves collaboration with Design Directors, Sr. Leadership, and cross-functional teams, while managing multiple projects across seasons.