URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly) este o companie globală de produse de consum, cu activități în domeniul modei, al comerțului cu amănuntul de produse lifestyle și al serviciilor conexe. Portofoliul său include Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People și Nuuly, oferind îmbrăcăminte, accesorii, articole pentru casă și experiențe de închiriere a hainelor pentru comunități distincte de clienți. Compania combină retailul bazat pe branduri cu comerțul digital, aprovizionarea responsabilă și eforturile de a promova un mediu de lucru incluziv. Pentru persoanele aflate în căutarea unui loc de muncă, URBN reunește echipe care susțin mai multe branduri lifestyle cunoscute în domeniile retailului, produselor, tehnologiei, operațiunilor și funcțiilor corporate.
Associate Apparel Designer – Camisoles, Layering & Seamless | Philadelphia Onsite
Designing Free People intimate apparel, camisoles, layering pieces, and seamless products. Creating technical packs, samples, colorways, and fit approvals in partnership with vendors.
Descriere
- Research seasonal trends and use AI platforms such as Midjourney, Prome, and Gemini AI to develop original designs.
- Convert design concepts into technical sketches and detailed tech packs for technical design teams and market vendors.
- Support monthly retail and seasonal wholesale presentations through sewing, draping, mock-ups, and post-production CAD work.
- Investigate industry developments in silhouettes and fabric innovation.
- Partner with cross-functional teams and market vendors on raw-material sourcing.
- Keep meeting sheets and line sheets current.
- Coordinate daily communication about sourcing, development progress, and product timelines.
- Choose trim colors and artwork colorways, then update Bills of Materials.
- Produce color CADs for Buyers as needed.
- Confirm sourcing and trim components are complete before milestone meetings.
- Monitor product development and coordinate sample intake and handoffs.
- Create and maintain specification sheets and Bills of Materials for private-label and market developments.
- Prepare design packs containing fabric-placement charts, trim color cards, embroidery and embellishment layouts, and detailed tech packs.
- Manage trim, wash, artwork, and TOP sample approvals.
- Attend fittings and document detailed fit notes.
- Prepare tech packs and specification sheets for market seamless developments and communicate fit updates to vendors.
- Keep the design workspace organized and maintain an archive of purchased samples.
- Report to the Senior Designer.
Cerințe
- A bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design and at least three years of relevant experience with a fashion apparel brand are preferred.
- Expertise in soft wovens and/or cut-and-sew knits is required.
- Experience with tubular, or seamless, knitting is advantageous but not required.
- Working knowledge of garment construction, fit, and knit and woven fabrics.
- Proficiency in draping, mock-ups, and sewing.
- Strong hand-sketching and computer-aided design skills using Photoshop and Procreate.
- Experience with generative AI tools such as Midjourney, PromeAI, and Gemini AI is advantageous.
- Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliverables.
- Strong communication skills and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.
- Proactive, collaborative working style with an upbeat and positive attitude.
- Proficiency with Microsoft and Google tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Slides, and Sheets.
- Refined aesthetic judgment and a sharp eye for print, color, trends, and detail.
- Ability to work in the office five days per week.
Beneficii
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Generous employee discounts
- Retirement savings
- Anti-harassment training for managers and employees