Job Summary:
In this role, you will support the Design department, in Accessories and Non-Apparel categories.
This role does not have any direct reports.
Essentials Duties and Responsibilities:
- Organize and maintain design libraries, keeping accurate record of additions/changes
- Line sheet creation and update, working with design team to cross-check accuracy prior to handoffs
- Facilitate design team tools and references requests
- Organize and maintain proto samples, reference samples and track sample movement
- Open, log department parcels, working with sample coordinator to distribute accordingly
- Meet all deliverable and timeline requirements according to business strategy and design calendar
- Assist with research and identify key trends, silhouettes, trims, details, and materials and interpret them into designs that are relevant to the Darc Sport customer
- Collaborate with apparel design team to create a relevant, cohesive accessories assortment
- Produce and maintain line sheet for owned categories and work collectively with design team to cross-check accuracy prior to handoffs
- Create detailed technical drawings and specs for factory partners
- Conducts follow up of product design process to include preparation of tech packs, sample requests, Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) processes, communications with factories, etc.
- Reviews samples and clearly communicates comments, changes or approvals to ensure timely completion of each project
- Partner with cross-functional team members to ensure the integrity of designs is maintained during the product development process
- Meet all deliverable and timeline requirements according to business strategy and design calendar
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Exceptional skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- CAD skills for technical and construction detailed sketches using Adobe Illustrator
- Ability to sketch with accurate scale and proportion
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to communicate and work well with co-workers, and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner
- Must have great follow up skills via –e-mail, phone, and/or other methods of communication
- Meticulous and detail-oriented
- Proficient organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once
- Outstanding time management skills: working to a deadline, working independently
- Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative team player
- Eager to grow and take on new responsibilities
- Happy to embrace change and new challenges as marketplace shifts and consumer needs evolve
- 3D CAD proficiency a plus
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising, design, or related field preferred or equivalent related work experience
- 3+ years’ experience of accessories design experience is required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.17 - $23.08 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Torrance, CA 90501 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Torrance, CA 90501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person