Sweater Design Associate — Elevate Knitwear Collection

Chico's; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chico's is seeking an apparel designer to develop product from concept to finish, supporting the design team in seasonal collections and line development. You will translate concepts into market-ready silhouettes while adhering to brand direction and margin requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in contemporary apparel design, strong sketching/presentation skills, and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and CAD. Fort Myers corporate location; full-time role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design is required.
• 3+ years of experience in the apparel design industry, preferably contemporary market.
• Outstanding sketching and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal and external partners.
• Solid understanding of details and trim, fit, fabrics, finishes, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Supports design team in creating the product collections at the beginning of each season.
• Creates new silhouettes for categories within the collections.
• Prepares design tech packs and development packages.
• Shops monthly to market research trends and stays abreast of brand direction.
• May attend development fit sessions and contribute embellishment artwork.

Skills

Sketching

Presentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

CAD

Job description

Chico's is seeking an apparel designer to develop product from concept to finish, supporting the design team in seasonal collections and line development. You will translate concepts into market-ready silhouettes while adhering to brand direction and margin requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in contemporary apparel design, strong sketching/presentation skills, and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and CAD. Fort Myers corporate location; full-time role.