FUNCTION
Create surface designs that meet design objectives and contribute to achieving brand vision, translating trend and concept into production-ready prints and surface designs. Develop cohesive artwork assortments across silhouettes, categories, and channels, collaborate cross-functionally, and help mentor emerging talent, while maintaining technical excellence from concept through approval.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Create original artwork and style vintage/bought artwork to meet the design objectives and contributes to achieving brand vision that align trend, concept and business needs
Engineer surface design repeats, placements, and complex files with technical precision, for all surface design techniques including but not limited to printing, embroidery, and embellishment. Deliver clean, production-ready artwork and maintains accountability through strike-off/sampling and approval stages
Interpret seasonal color direction, concept and trends, elevating print and surface designs across channels and fabrications while designing thoughtfully within production parameters
Collaborate with product design to create unique seasonal artwork that fits their silhouettes and the concept for each season
Work with product design, product development, and material development throughout the development process to ensure artwork meets vendor, costing, and execution requirements
Stay current on industry trends and artwork techniques
Maintain a high level of aesthetic judgement and effectively translate trends into artwork while cohesively creating an overall artwork collection
Foster collaboration and accountability. Model high standards and reinforce shared expectations
Maintain art/color records in PLM (FlexPLM) and production line creation tool (VibeIQ) as well as keep the design studio artwork wall up to date
Mentor assistant/associate surface designers, where appropriate, to complete projects on time, ensure their work meets objectives, and teach new skills
Contribute positively to the design team dynamic by performing all tasks with a willing attitude, strong sense of urgency, and dedication to the company by creatively designing into the brand aesthetic
Other duties as needed or assigned
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school graduate. Bachelor’s degree in textile design, graphic design, or related field preferred
5+ years experience in designing, managing and manipulating surface designs on textiles
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Demonstrated artistic ability to draw, sketch and illustrate
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and production-ready file standards. Proficiency in Adobe Create Suite and other design tools a plus. FlexPLM, VibeIQ, and Epson wide-format printer use experience a plus
Experience in the fashion industry strongly preferred, strong background in surface design
Creative eye for color
Superior score (>16) on Farnsworth-Munsell 100 hue test and fluent in Pantone systems across creative and production settings
Knowledge of textile printing, embroidery, embellishment and surface design industry
Good Mac and/or PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software
Detail-oriented, well-organized and excellent time management skills
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Proactive, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong team player
PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS
Please submit a portfolio featuring:
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