CAD Designer Mens RTW

CAD Designer Men's RTW Dillard's - 3.1 Little Rock, AR Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications CAD software Bachelor of Fine Arts Fashion Design Bachelor's degree in fashion design Embroidery Bachelor's degree in graphic design Labeling Digital asset management Research Mid-level Color theory Graphic design software Graphic Design Organizational skills Print design Bachelor's degree in fine arts Productivity software 1 year Cross-functional collaboration Communication skills Technical Proficiency Cross-functional communication Time management Full Job Description Little Rock, AR The CAD Designer supports the Design Team in creating innovative prints, yarn dyes, jacquards, and embroideries for both in-house and private label brands. This role is responsible for producing production-ready artwork, managing textile developments, and staying current with market trends to enhance brand and customer offerings. The role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with both internal teams and external vendors.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Create original textile patterns such as yarn dyes, jacquards, and embroidery designs based on Design Team's direction and trend research. Develop and manage CAD work, ensuring all artwork is technically ready for production. Maintain accurate records of all textile designs and developments, including managing the CAD, print, and color libraries. Stay current with market trends in textiles, helping the Design Team apply relevant trends to suit customer needs and preferences. Assist in preparing supplemental fabric packages, including labeling, swatching, and collating for customer presentations. Act as a resource for the Design Team, providing technical expertise and insights on print execution and textile development. Adapt designs to various fabric types, ensuring pattern scale, repeat, and layout are optimized for production. Conduct trend research to stay up to date with textile design innovations and pattern trends. Assist in the maintenance and organization of pattern libraries and digital files. Ensure designs are created within brand guidelines and follow technical requirements for fabric manufacturing. Participate in design meetings, providing input and suggestions for textile development projects. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of textile design fundamentals, including color theory, pattern repeat, and fabric construction. Familiarity with market trends in textiles and ability to apply them to brand and customer needs. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe products, specifically Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with NedGraphics is a plus. Strong technical expertise in print design, color matching, and creating production-ready colorways. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while meeting deadlines. Ability to create a variety of print styles, from painterly to graphic, aligning with brand aesthetics. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration. Strong attention to detail, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and executing designs to production standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to assist on large projects when needed. Adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Note:

This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Bachelor's Degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or a related field (BFA in Fashion or Textile Design preferred). 1-2 years of experience in textile design, including technical expertise in prints, color matching, and colorway creation Preferred Proficiency in CAD software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar tools) Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Portfolio

MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE 1

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DESIRED SKILLS

This is a full time, on-site position located at our Dillard's HQ.

Location:

1600 Cantrell Rd., Little Rock, AR 72201 A high level of attendance is required as an essential function of this position. About Us Dillard's was founded by William T. Dillard in 1938 in Nashville, Arkansas with an $8,000 investment in a hometown department store. Today, Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion retailers - operating 250 Dillard's locations and 32 clearance centers spanning 29 states and an Internet store at www.dillards.com. The company focuses on delivering style, quality and value to its customers by offering premium fashion apparel, beauty and home collections from both national and exclusive brand sources. Dillard's complements this curated merchandise assortment with exceptional, client-focused customer care.