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vineyard vines

Assistant Designer, Women's & Girl's

vineyard vines, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925

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About Us: vineyard vines is a privately held American clothing and accessory retailer founded in 1998 on Martha\u2019s Vineyard. We operate over 120 retail locations, including an outlet division, e-commerce, a domestic distribution center, and expanding corporate headquarters. Our products are carried in major department stores such as Nordstrom and Bloomingdale\'s and numerous specialty boutiques across the US.

Overview We are looking to hire a well-organized, talented and enthusiastic women\'s and girl\'s designer to join our team. This individual will assist the Design Director/Senior Designer in multiple categories across women\'s and girl\'s apparel. The Assistant Designer participates in all phases of the design development process from initial concept to production. This role contributes to the overall success of Vineyard Vines and should be proactive in improving existing structures and utilizing best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Research trends, tear sheets, patterns, prints, colors, and silhouettes each season

Support designer to set up design presentation boards and update boards as changes occur

Sketching in Illustrator

Strong Illustrator and Photoshop skills are a must; 3D design experience is a plus

CAD/render sketches with patterns, prints, and color

Create, assist, and complete all design handoffs/tech packs

Maintain samples, fabric and trim

Support day to day of all design functions

What You Bring

1+ years of experience in design

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design

Excellent creativity, a high taste level and a strong understanding of the Vineyard Vines aesthetic

Innate knowledge of fashion and trends with the ability to focus into the new direction each season

Knowledge of cut & sew construction and functionality

Strong hand and flat sketching skills

Computer skills: Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, a web PDM type program

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong time management skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with a team

Upbeat, positive attitude

Every Day Will Feel This Good Because

We have a fun-spirited entrepreneurial culture filled with truly “good” people

We offer a generous employee discount to share our lifestyle

We offer a competitive salary package, 401-K, commuter benefits, paid-family leave, health savings, flex spending accounts, life & disability insurance

We have an onsite gym and health & financial wellness programs

We offer 2 summer Fridays in addition to a competitive vacation policy & holiday calendar

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Retail Apparel and Fashion

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