FREELANCE DESIGNER - Girls/ Boys Toddler, Big Girl, Big Boys

JUSH INTERNATIONAL INC designs and manufactures private label brands for a portfolio of Fortune 500 Retail Clients

SALARY DOE START DATE: IMMEDIATE

FREELANCE DESIGNER – Girls/ Boys Toddler, Big Girl, Big Boys

Specific Responsibilities

The designer will work to support the execution of the seasonal design development process, by assisting in creating and executing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales

Strategy & Innovation

• Research and identify trend directions; perform competitive analysis; create presentation boards for meetings, mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos

Operations & Results

• Design according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar

• Create Illustrator sketches; specification sheets, Excel tech packs and line sheets; ensure accuracy of product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library

• Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of fabric/trim library

• Approve lab dips and ensure consistency with color standards, review prints and graphics where appropriate and advise revisions; manage fit process

Leadership & Teams

• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary

Skills and Requirements

• MUST COME INTO OFFICE TO WORK WITH TEAM

• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented

• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly  detail oriented, meticulous and creative

• Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sketch at a fast pace

• Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing

• Associate/ Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design

• 3-6 years experience in apparel design

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, In-Design, and Mac computers