Dillard's · 1 day ago
Textile CAD Fashion Designer (Men's RTW)
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expDillard's is seeking a Textile CAD Fashion Designer to support the Design Team in creating innovative textile designs for both in-house and private label brands. This role involves producing production-ready artwork, managing textile developments, and staying current with market trends to enhance brand offerings.
E-CommerceFashionMen'sRetailWomen's
Hiring Manager
Ronnie Ross M.A.
Responsibilities
Create original textile patterns such as yarn dyes, jacquards, and embroidery designs based on Design Team’s direction and trend research
Develop and manage CAD work, ensuring all artwork is technically ready for production
Maintain accurate records of all textile designs and developments, including managing the CAD, print, and color libraries
Stay current with market trends in textiles, helping the Design Team apply relevant trends to suit customer needs and preferences
Assist in preparing supplemental fabric packages, including labeling, swatching, and collating for customer presentations
Act as a resource for the Design Team, providing technical expertise and insights on print execution and textile development
Adapt designs to various fabric types, ensuring pattern scale, repeat, and layout are optimized for production
Conduct trend research to stay up to date with textile design innovations and pattern trends
Assist in the maintenance and organization of pattern libraries and digital files
Ensure designs are created within brand guidelines and follow technical requirements for fabric manufacturing
Participate in design meetings, providing input and suggestions for textile development projects
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or a related field (BFA in Fashion or Textile Design preferred)
1-2 years of experience in textile design, including technical expertise in prints, color matching, and colorway creation
Proficiency in CAD software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar tools)
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
Portfolio showcasing relevant textile and pattern design work, especially in plaids and geometrics
Strong understanding of textile design fundamentals, including color theory, pattern repeat, and fabric construction
Familiarity with market trends in textiles and ability to apply them to brand and customer needs
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe products, specifically Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with NedGraphics is a plus
Strong technical expertise in print design, color matching, and creating production-ready colorways
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while meeting deadlines
Ability to create a variety of print styles, from painterly to graphic, aligning with brand aesthetics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration
Strong attention to detail, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and executing designs to production standards
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to assist on large projects when needed
Adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental coverage
A generous merchandise discount
A 401(k) plan with employer matching
Paid holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Company
Dillard's
Dillard's Inc. is a luxury department store chain in the United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800M2025-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $800M
1969-05-09IPO
Leadership Team
Herb Raiffie
COO
JEFF SCOTT
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