Knit Designer - Women's - U.S. Polo Assn. Brand

Role & responsibilities

• Responsible for managing the design process from concept to completion while partnering with the Director to ensure alignment on priorities and direction
• Actively participates in the conceptual development of product lines and present ideas for each season showcasing silhouette, fabric, and print, pattern, color range
• Conceptualize and create compelling, brand right Women’s fashion Knits for all Seasonal Deliveries
• Create tech packs for all development samples, including sketches, construction details, and layouts
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Production, Fabric, and Technical Design teams to achieve product execution and maintain design integrity while keeping abreast with the product approval process

Qualifications and skill requirements

• College degree in fashion with 5-7 years of experience working with in cut n sew knits.
• High taste level, a collection based mindset, understanding of brand aesthetic, and creative ability
• Strong knowledge of fit, fabric, construction details and pattern, color.
• Proficient sketching in Illustrator and highly skilled in Photoshop.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated success in both written and verbal communication

What’s a plus

• A passion for the brand that shows up in everything you do, everyday
• Be a strategic thinker - spend time and energy on what drives the greatest results.
• Be a team player - cultivate productive relationships with cross-functional business partners
• Communicate consistently, with purpose and an understanding of your audience
• Be a multi-task master - make quick decisions under tight timelines.
• Thorough knowledge of silhouettes, fabric, color use, sewing techniques, and trim.
• Experience in a PLM, PDM system.