Job Description

Job Title

Job Description

Location

New York Office

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for supporting the designer and the design process in all of its facets, including sketching, creating and updating detailed tech packs, updating Decks, taking detailed notes during fittings, and communicating clearly with cross functional partners and design manager.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assists and supports Design team in development and innovation of ideas and trends that support the brand.
• Participate in research and development of seasonal trends (Runway, Magazines, Style blogs, etc.)
• Assists in shopping retail and designer markets to seek new & innovative ideas.
• Assists in product development at all stages under guidance of Designer.
• Assists the Designer in sketching & developing to the assigned product category.
• Creates flat technical Illustrator sketches for Design development tech packs.
• Creates Design development tech pack components accurately. Modifies and updates information as necessary throughout development cycle.
• Participate and attend all fittings until approved fit. Take detailed notes and follow up as needed.
• Organizes and updates Design sketch boards and design closet/racks for use and reference at all times.
• Maintain all current design information: color, prints, trims, reference tears, etc.
• Help maintain organizational support to the team. Document and preserve all illustrations, design layouts, and design development information for future reference.
• Prepare line and presentation materials for weekly and milestone meetings: line sheets, print boards, fabric boards, sketch boards, research boards, and garment samples. Organize after milestone meetings.
• Provide support to Sr. Designer/Designer during design-driven meetings—take accurate notes, help dress model, provide tech pack details as needed
• Communicate(s) on daily basis with cross-functional teams & overseas offices to assist in workload and deliverables.
• Work with greater design team in other categories to support larger design direction goals & objectives.
• Adheres to seasonal time and action calendar to meet all deliverables

Required Experience & Qualifications

Required experience and qualifications include:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design
• Experience: 0 – 3 years
• Eye for the brand. Excellent design and sketching skills. Strong fashion and creative ability. Keen trend awareness.
• Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well with multiple team members: Positive Team player attitude.
• Sense of accountability and strong work ethic.
• Punctuality & dependable attendance.
• Proficiency in: WebPDM, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Google

Critical Skills & Attributes

Critical skills and attributes include:

• Internship in Fashion Design
• Excellent collaboration skills and organization skills.
• Punctual and responsible.
• Great communication skills is a must.

Benefits & Compensation

PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate's health and long-term financial security including:

• Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
• Merchandise discount
• Paid Time Off
• Parental leave for new moms and dads

For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more.

Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.

Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program, and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.

Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.

Pay Range

$28.17 - $39.47

Closing

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States. PHOENIX does not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this position.

An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies : Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

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