Solomon Page ยท 3 days ago
Freelance Designer-Sportswear & Loungewear
Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions, and they are seeking a Freelance Designer for womens sleepwear and loungewear for a Global Lifestyle brand. The Designer will be responsible for creating apparel CADs, detailed illustrator and tech packs to support the design team.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain brand-right commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy
Adapt designs based on feedback; incorporating for finalization
Ensure deliverables meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence
Implement processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needs
Deliver product designs with flawless execution; achieving goals with speed; agility and acute attention to detail
Identify and implement resources in sourcing new ideas; both internally and externally; and conduct ongoing competitor research/trend analysis
Collaborate and communicate with key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising; Marketing; and Product Development
Present designs to internal leader/team as well as key cross-functional partners
Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
Anticipate/solve potential issues and provide conflict resolution
Manage; inspire and develop junior design talent
Build/maintain collaborative and effective relationships
Assess practices to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and speed in delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent experience
3+ years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
Exceptional talent with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
Demonstrated ability to create original design sketches and successful product lines
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Illustrator, InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite
Prior experience leading, coaching, inspiring, and developing talent
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to multiple levels
Collaborative partner with a team-oriented approach and effective cross-functional communication
Customer service philosophy
Highly motivated, passionate and results oriented
Champion for change and able to react with speed and agility in a rapidly moving culture
Must be able to work in a hybrid schedule in our New York City office
Preferred
Experience in Centric a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
401(k)
Direct deposit
Commuter benefits