Associate Designer, Daytime Dresses

BCI Brands
New York, NY
Category Design
Job Description
The Associate Designer will work closely with the Design Director on the development of the line, supporting the Creative Director with the design process and communicating daily with sales and production.

Requirements

  • Support the Creative Director with the design process from initial inspiration to final production
  • Communicate daily with sales and production to ensure design sheets are being completed properly and in a timely manner
  • Create and execute on the vision of the Creative Director, ensuring that the product is consistent with market trends, while defining the brand identity and overall business strategy
  • Develop Design sheets in Exenta (PLM System)
  • Update reorder bodies with new ideas while incorporating upcoming trends
  • Source trims, prints and novelty fabrics with venders/In the market
  • Choose matching linings
  • Set up new silhouettes in prints and new fabrications in our in-house sewing room to get cut and sewn
  • Support the head designer in creating and organizing a cohesive line
  • Create inspiration boards
  • Fluent in Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Proficient in creating tech packs
  • Strong understanding of placement prints
  • Ability to sketch (Flats/Floats) in Procreate or Illustrator
  • Eye for Merchandising, Assorting Fabrics/Garments accordingly
  • Willingness to work long hours if needed

Benefits

  • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401k Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Robust Holiday Schedule
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Training & Development
  • Growth Opportunities
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