Job Description
We are looking for a Freelance Associate Designer - Women's Knit Tops for a top fashion brand in NYC! Work within the Women's Knit Tops team and implement the supervisor's direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product.
Responsibilities:- Work closely with Senior Designer to design category-specific product based on design direction given
- Learn and understand raw materials and trims related to a specific classification
- Perform daily follow-up using email and PLM
- Interact with merchants and vendors to develop working partnership
- Observe presentation techniques and be prepared to make preliminary presentations
- Maintain daily running or classification while designer travels including fit sessions
- Perform preliminary design research domestically
- Comment on lab dips, wash submits and finishes with supervisor approval
- Perform other duties as required
- Able to be flexible to work in-office when needed by team/business needs due to current hybrid working environment (in office and remote from home)
- Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business.
- In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
- At least 1-3 years of related Apparel experience
- PLM experience required
- Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills
- Must be detail oriented, computer literate and able to handle multiple tasks at once
- Must be knowledgeable of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design), Excel, and PLM (or equivalent program)
- Comfortable working in a hybrid environment - working in office several days a week (based on the needs of the business or big milestone week) with occasional remote work from home
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.
About Solomon PageFounded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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Hourly pay, Contract work, Casual work, Freelance, Work at office, Remote work, Work from home, Flexible hours,