Associate Designer - Tommy Hilfiger Sport (G-III Licensed Categories)

Overview:

G-III Apparel Group, the world's premier designer and manufacturer of quality leather outerwear, dresses, women's suits, sportswear and accessories, with a comprehensive portfolio of over 30 licensed and wholly-owned brands, including Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, Kenneth Cole, Cole Haan, Guess?, Tommy Hilfiger, Karl Lagerfeld, Levi’s, Dockers, Jessica Simpson, Vince Camuto, Ellen Tracy, Kensie, Ivanka Trump, and G.H. Bass, among others.

The Associate Designer will collaborate with Senior Designer in design and execution of the seasonal collections.

Responsibilities:

• Complete all aspects of design packages - sketching, tech packs, creating and maintaining linesheets,
• Assist Senior Designer with research and development of innovative trims each season
• Assist Senior Designer with research and development of new fabrics 
• Prepare and maintain tech packs from initial development through bulk
• Organize and maintain design development including artwork, trims, fabric worksheets, initial development, finalized tech pack, line list, etc. 
• Communicate with overseas factories 
• Submit and approve artwork/strike-offs, wash panels, lab dips, etc. 
• Manage and adhere to Time and Action Calendar

Qualifications:

• BA in Fashion Design 
• 1-3 years experience with women’s performance and sportswear design
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop CS, MS Excel, and MS Office Suite 
• Experience working with overseas factories, agents and fabric and trim vendors 
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral