Apparel Designer - London, United Kingdom - Elite Associates

Description

Job Description

Elite have partnered with an iconic premium high-street brand to support on the hire of a Kidswear Designer to join the team.

You will work closely with the Design Director and Design team to drive the brand and design ranges in an innovative and ground-breaking way.

Key responsibilities:

• Assisting the Design Director and Design team with research, prep, and execution of new seasonal direction.
• Help organise product with the buying team ready for sign off meetings.
• Together with all design team to create regular catwalk and industry trend reports to present back to the full design director.
• Carry out seasonal trend and technical research to ensure ranges are continually evolving and always world class.
• Work together with the design director on develop and sourcing of fabrics and trims relevant for the end use through the design process.
• Work with Print designer assistants to ensure all print artworks are then translated onto kids products.
• Working with design director and the buyer to ensuing the tech packs are updates and correct from 1st proto all the way through the final samples.
• Work with the design director to make sure we are on track with the critical path and making sure we are ready for all meetings.
• Responsible for organising, maintaining, and storing the kids design boards.
• Responsible for taking and sharing the notes for all design and sign off meetings.
• To be aware of and contribute to the delivery of business targets and brand awareness.

What you will need to succeed as a Designer?

• Excellent CAD skills using the adobe suit
• A good undertesting of print and creating simple graphics
• A broad understanding of a brand competitors and market awareness
• A strong team player who is great with collaboration and able to work within tight deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills

If you are an experienced Designer looking for a new and exciting role, apply today