Job Description
We are looking for a Freelance Assistant Designer - Girls and Boys Uniforms for a top fashion company in New York City. Work within a specific classification and implement the category leader's direction in all aspects of the design process, updating BOMs, sketching, following up through development and execution of the final product.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with category leader to design category-specific product based on design direction given
- Fully owning the Tech Pack process from initial start to working with tech on POMs and to the finalized updates to Bulk Production
- Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, aesthetic, functionality, fabric, details, color, etc.
- Learn and understand the ins-and-outs of the details related to a specific classification
- Perform daily follow-up using email and PLM
- Work with CAD team on prints and patterns if applicable
- Interact with Merchants and Production to develop working partnership
- Prepare presentation boards for monthly meetings
- Observe presentation techniques and be prepared to make preliminary presentations
- Maintain daily running or classification while designer travels including fit sessions
- Perform preliminary seasonal design research
- Ability to manage samples in an organized and efficient way for easy access in a pinch
- Perform other duties as required
- 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, approvals, etc.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelors Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
- At least 1-2 years of related Apparel experience; Fleece and/or Active experience is a plus
- PLM experience required
- Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills.
- Must be detail oriented, very organized, computer literate, able to handle multiple tasks at once, and perform successfully in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
- Must be knowledgeable of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Excel, and PLM (or equivalent program)
- Must be proficient in creating technical flats in both Illustrator and hand sketching
- Part time position working in office 3 days per week
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
The Solomon Page DistinctionSolomon 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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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Contract work, Part time, Freelance, Seasonal work, Work at office, Remote work, 3 days per week,