Senior Associate Designer (Laura Ashley Sleepwear)

Job Summary

The Senior Associate Designer will play a crucial role in the Design team at Dreamwear, a leading wholesale intimate apparel and sleepwear company. Reporting to the Design Director, this position focuses on creating designs for the Laura Ashley brand, which draws inspiration from the quintessential English lifestyle.

About the Role

As a member of the Design team, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where creativity meets efficiency. You will work closely with the Design Director, Sales, Product Development, and Graphics teams to bring innovative ideas to life.

Responsibilities

• Research the market and collaborate with the designer on seasonal color forecasting and trends, appropriate development and print concepts.
• Bring ideas and concepts for design and development to the senior team.
• Attend design meetings, prototype reviews, and line reviews.
• Attend fittings and provide comments.
• Prepare presentations for internal and external meetings.
• Develop strong working relationships with cross-function team members (Sales, Product Development, Graphics) through communication and problem-solving.
• Work with the senior team in CADing, choosing colors and prints for design presentations.
• Assist designers with color palettes and flat sketching.
• Approve print and graphics strike offs.
• Oversee completion of accurate technical development packages that include construction details, sketches, fabrications, trims, print, and color details.
• Oversee accurate completion of production packages including color and trim specifications and preparing production ready print and graphic artwork.
• Correspond with overseas factories regarding development, production, and costings.
• Delegate and organize tasks to Associates, Assistants, and Interns based on priority.
• May be responsible for managing a direct report, evaluating performance, and overseeing growth.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in fashion or intimate apparel.
• Fashion degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, & Microsoft Excel.
• Positive attitude and team player.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Candidate must be passionate about fashion and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and availability to travel overseas when necessary.

Please include examples of your work with your resume.