Assistant Surface & Print Pattern Designer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow all art direction and critique from the CD/AD, with guidance from the LD, completing all projects in a timely manner adhering to assigned deadlines, department processes, and procedures
• Contribute creative input and conceptual development following the overall design direction from the AD/LD on various programs and accounts to create new, unique designs that support their target market, ensuring quality and consistency as it related to seasonal trend inspiration
• Expand upon existing artwork provided by AD/LD to build-out original production-ready designs to apply to various products and templates as assigned
• Critical attention to detail and specifications in the design and development of prints and products until ready for production while ensuring quality and consistency as it related to each item or collection
• Responsible for all aspects of a product, including digital files, embellishment specifications, and tracking product to final sample stage
• Make clean, neat, product mock-ups with the highest quality standard possible
• Uphold the highest standard of organization in personal workspace and in digital workspace/files
• Daily check-ins, providing updates on progress, approval status and alerting of any foreseeable risks and manages up where necessary
• Follow Art Department protocol and guidelines set forth by the CD
• Contribute positively to the Design Team dynamic by performing all tasks with a willing attitude, a strong sense of urgency, and showing dedication to the company by creatively designing into the brand aesthetic

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Education And Work Experience: BFA, BA or Associates Degree in Design, Illustration, Fine Arts (or related field) or equivalent work experience3-5 years of experience working with design productsProficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)Experience creating professional mock-ups preferred
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Extensive knowledge of MAC Operating Systems and Adobe Creative SuiteWorking knowledge of Microsoft OfficeFlexibility in artistic style - able to create art from scratch with many different looks using traditional and digital techniquesStrong knowledge and understanding of pattern repeats, composition and engineered layoutsTextile Design, Packaging Design and 3D experience a plus, but not requiredTypography experience a plusAbility to take constructive criticism wellAbility to work both independently and collaboratively with a teamSolid understanding of the marketplace and competitive setProactively researches and shops the competitive market with an eye for identifying trend, color and whitespaceProven track record of translating trend direction into successful designs, by merchandising cohesive collections, and delivering results Capability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficientlyWork on multiple projects simultaneously while paying close attention to detailExcellent organizational, analytical, written and verbal communicationTeam player with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn and growDaily on-site presence

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Benefits plan including medical, dental and vision
• Retirement and profit-sharing