G-III Apparel Group · 3 days ago
Director of Design, Contemporary Dresses
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $190K/yr
10+ years expG-III Apparel Group is a global leader in design, sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution, and they are seeking a Director of Design for their Dresses department. This role involves designing seasonal collections that align with brand aesthetics and customer needs, while collaborating cross-functionally to meet merchandising and production objectives.
ApparelFashionManufacturingProduct Design
Hiring Manager
Britta Delaney-Buchanan
Responsibilities
Research current trends and forecast evolution on said trends within our brand identity
Apply findings from research (including blog, magazine, store, street-style, vintage exploration) to a seasonally relevant, cohesive collection that is well balanced in fabrication and thoroughly merchandised
Communicate seasonal concept/design intent to factories - request preliminary treatments + mock-ups
Generate tech-packs with clear silhouette, garment construction, and trim information to overseas factories
Receive prototype, fit and communicate adjustments to overseas factories via photographs, spec notes, and diagram sketches
Evaluate collection standing and sketch + refabricate to support seasonal objectives within line plan/SKU count
Exaggerate visual cues to reinforce concept + transcribe amplified garments to runway program with stylist
Support Collection to Production
Aid Merchandising Team and Senior Vice President of Design during department introduction to new season
Follow garment to production with Production Managers – ensuring correct development + color allocation applied to each body
Field Merchandising Requests
Qualification
Required
Must have high end background with an extensive knowledge of Dresses
Over 10 years of Industry experience including retail, wholesale, pattern drafting + draping, print design
Candidate Requirements: CV/Resume AND Work Samples (Portfolio URL) Required for Initial Consideration
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee discounts across G-III brands
A collaborative, creative work environment with opportunities for growth and development
Company
G-III Apparel Group
G-III Apparel Group designs, manufactures, and markets apparel including outerwear, dresses, sportswear, and swimwear.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1989-12-22IPO
Leadership Team
Dana Perlman
Chief Growth and Operations Officer
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