Anthropologie is seeking an Associate Designer specializing in structured washed product to help design and execute collections each season, ensuring it aligns with the seasonal theme and overarching aesthetic of the Anthropologie brand.
Role Responsibilities Assists in interpretating seasonal fashion direction, assortment opportunities, and merchandise trends for areaActively participates, contributes, and assists Designer in creating seasonal assortmentManages development and execution of trim packages and completes all technical calloutsSets up spec sheets for all bodies/styles, prepares development packages and participates in all communication and follow up related to each packageCommunicates fit and construction details to Technical Design departmentPrepares presentation materials for seasonal benchmark meetings such as Sketch review, Sample Review, and Print + Color DayMaintains awareness of trend, shares research and inspirationMonitors developments, anticipates problems, and initiates solutions in a timely manner to minimize problems or delaysWorks closely with Design and Buying partners to gain an understanding of financial reports and earnings as they relate to design productionProvides reliable and responsible support to Designer/Assistant DirectorProactively represents their team and a Design point of view at all relevant meetings while communicating the necessary information to their managerCollaborates with various departments about target approvals, execution, and outcomesReceives feedback with a willingness to collaborate on ideas and necessary changesBuilds and sustains positive collaborative relationships and maintain open and proactive communication with multi level cross-functional partnersProactive about finding work/offering help or support to teammates during down time or critical timesAble to work through complex disagreements and conflict to achieve resolutionTakes ownership of projects from start to finish Role Qualifications Independently seeks out a strong knowledge of trends, target market demands, customer, brand objectives and design aestheticBrings a desire and ability to build efficienciesFlexible, adaptable with the ability to flourish in a fast paced, high pressure and challenging work environmentDisplays positivity and desire to solve problems and improve processesStrong understanding of the Anthropologie target customerAbility to respond to business objectives with creative, innovative and cost-effective designExcellent ability to sketch design ideas accurately and emotionally, strong sense of proportion and can accurately illustrate detailsWorking knowledge of garment construction, fabric and trims, wash and dye treatments and techniquesExcellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with partners in Design, Buying, PD, Tech Design, Print/Color + ConceptExcellent hand and computer sketching/ CAD skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop as well as ProcreateProactive and self-motivatedOrganized with a strong ability to prioritize multiple deadline driven tasks and flexibility to adapt to a fast paced and frequent changesPossesses mocking, draping, sewing and other technical skills related to garment makingExperience with washed product – denim & PFDFamiliarity & knowledge of structured fabrications2-3 years in Assistant role recommended The PerksURBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
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