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Career Group Inc.
Associate Fashion Designer
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Our client, an American lifestyle retailer, is looking for a
TEMPORARY
Associate Designer to join their team on-site in Irvine, CA!Responsibilities:
Trend Forecast & Research:
Monitor trends and apply them in a way that is in line with the brand identity. Translate insights into market-ready designs that resonate with the brand's e-commerce audience.Product Development & Execution:
Assist with the coordination of design development including digital/hand sketches, technical flat sketches, color/print illustrations and tech pack development from initial concept to finished product.Communication & Collaboration:
Work closely with vendors/suppliers, factories, and internal teams to ensure the quality of each design.Fabric & Trim Sourcing/Selection:
Research & support the selection of fabrics, closures, trims, and finishes that align with the brand's vision.E-Commerce Alignment:
Create designs with a focus on e-commerce appeal considering how each garment will look online, photography potential, and overall functionality.Design Innovation:
Stay ahead of design trends by consistently introducing fresh new ideas or concepts, new sewing techniques, and innovative approaches (while paying special attention to seasonality) that cater to the fast-paced e-commerce market.Occasionally Review Samples & Attend Fittings:
Review, spec, and organize incoming samples for fittings, and provide clear, actionable feedback to enhance fit and construction.- Conduct live model fittings, documenting detailed fit notes to guide revisions.
Occasionally Manage Garment Technical Requirements:
Oversee all technical aspects of garment development, including specifications, pattern making, and construction details, ensuring precision and quality at every stage of the process.Requirements:
- 2+ years of work experience in a Design department or studio.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating original design, apparel flats/sketches, fabric/trim sourcing, and finished product.
- PLM/WebPDM experience
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (technical flats), Photoshop, and MS Office Suite.