DESCRIPTION

Please apply directly to Roark for this role.

Core Accountabilities for Associate Apparel Designer:

• Technical design of men's apparel categories.
• Up-to-date maintenance of all technical documents, BOMs, and presentations for all categories.
• Adherence to all published calendar M&D dates.
• Preproduction comments and development support/follow-through for all categories.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Follow through on the Director's product direction and the brand's seasonal strategy.
• Design colorways for each style.
• Prepare pattern and art pitch sheets to send to vendors.
• Create and maintain accurate style presentation pages.
• Build technical design packages ready to send to vendors (Adobe Illustrator files, including but not limited to: sketches, detail callouts, branding, specs/measurements).
• Create style BOM information (input trim details, fabrications, color information, fit block, etc.).
• Work with the tech team on fitting comments, detail updates, and attend all fittings.
• Comment on factory-submitted samples, swatches, trims, and any other necessary developments.
• Communicate comments with the Developer/Merchandiser and/or factory directly.
• Present category developments/designs in management presentations as needed.
• Maintain current information on the server for all teams to access.
• Review and comment on catalog information (colorways, descriptive information, fits, etc.).
• Research competition via the internet and shopping trips.
• Travel as necessary, both internationally and domestically.
• Foster good working relationships with all departments to ensure the flow of information remains open.
• Wear multiple design hats and manage certain deadline pressures throughout the year.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of design team experience.
• Computer skills: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Must be self-motivated and deadline-driven.
• Creative problem-solving skills with a positive "can-do" attitude to ensure deadlines are met.

Location: This position is based in-office, minimum of 4 days per week, in Irvine, CA, and subject to change based on business needs.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000 annually. Salary is based on the experience that you bring to the position.

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