The Assistant Textile Designer supports the creation and development of artwork for Belk Private Brands lines. This position is also responsible for the creation, development and execution of artwork that achieve Belk Private brand objectives, and overall product strategy. The Assistant Textile Designer will participate in research and development of seasonal trends and ensure that designs meet merchant line plans, assortment strategies, price points, and overall creative direction for each brand, age group, and gender. 

Essential FunctionsStrong art/color sense and ability to translate merchant/market input into highly sell-able productResearches domestic markets for color/print/fabric trends each seasonCreate original artwork (prints, embroideries, appliques, and other graphics) in Adobe suite and/or Kaledo for Private Brands linesCreate all artwork in full repeat and clean via Adobe and/or Kaledo.Recolor/rework artwork as needed or requested by Textile Designer and/or Product DesignerCreate color and print multipliers, making a cohesive collection for presentation boards & the fully assorted line.Be able to work on multiple brands and age ranges, from design to product developmentCollaborate with Textile Designer, Apparel Design, Sourcing, and Vendors to achieve product execution and maintain design integrityCreate and adhere to seasonal Time/Action calendar
 Education/Experience  1-2 years applicable experience requiredAbility to draw by hand and digitally is requiredMust have strong, elevated color senseMust be highly adaptable and a great problem solverAbility to improve skill set by listening/responding to constructive critiqueMust have experience with Adobe CC Suite (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator & Bridge) and Microsoft office (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook). Experience in Kaledo or other textile design software preferred.Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.Must be very organized and able to create new processes when necessaryGood communication skills required

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