Associate Designer, Dresses & Skirts

Job Number: 20451

Position Title: Assoc Designer

External Description:

This Associate Designer position is responsible for the creation of original product design through vision and illustration of design concepts into clothing appropriate for Talbots fashion-driven Dresses & Skirts Categories. 

The starting salary range is $60,000 - $70,000. 

What We Offer:

• Growth! Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the opportunities to grow with us. Our Performance Feedback Program allows for healthy career conversations and goal setting throughout the year.
• Condensed Work Week! If we have no work obligations and have fulfilled our 40-hour week, our Life-Work balance approach allows for us to start our weekend at 1pm on Fridays.
• Complete Benefit Package! Our benefits kick off the first day of the month after your start date! Discover more about our full benefits package here. We have competitive time off, including paid time to volunteer within the community.
• Merchandise Discounts! Our associates receive 50% off Talbots and select Haven Well Within brand items. Additionally, you may also be eligible for discounts at the brands across KnitWell Group.

Who You Are:

• Assists in identifying seasonal fashion direction, assortment opportunities and merchandise trends for area of responsibility.
• Serves as liaison between Design, Product Management and Technical Design and Merchandising to ensure information flow is accurate throughout the development process.
• Responsible for technical package process, to include drawings, measurements and design detail specifications and hands off to Technical Design.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of the line (silhouettes, fabrics and design details) and is responsible for tracking changes/additions.
• In Sr. Designer's absence, conducts fit sessions (first through fourth fits) and keeps supervisor informed.
• Maintains specification sheets, trim sheets and pitch sheets.
• Participates in concept presentation and line building recaps, in addition to line presentation.
• Assists in making Design presentation boards. 
• Researches competitive market and presents results and ideas to Sr. Designer. 
• Assists in executing designs to the Conceptual Assortment Plan slots while staying within the pre-determined development ratios.
• Continues to develop and increase understanding of Talbot’s customer.
• Builds collaborative relationships with vendors and internal clients.
• Interfaces professionally and works effectively in group settings.
• Mentors, coaches and counsels direct reports on performance expectations.
• Key partners include: Product Management, Merchandising, Fabric and Color teams, Technical Design, and vendors.

What You'll Do:

• Knowledge and experience at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree
• 3-5 years of related experience
• Independent, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be highly organized
• Able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced office environment
• Must be highly collaborative in a team environment
• Strong work ethic
• Proficient with computer programs including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams 
• Experience with PLM systems 

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Company Profile:

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company is known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and  can enhance an already thriving culture.  With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a  full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

EEO Employer Verbiage:

Talbots is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law. Talbots is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact recruiting@talbots.com. Talbots will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.

PositionType_Description: Full Time

Location_formattedLocationLong: New York, New York US