AG Jeans is Hiring a Senior Women’s Denim Designer (Los Angeles)
AG Jeans is seeking an experienced and energetic Sr. Women's Denim Designer ready to create standout collections and thrive within a creative environment. This position requires design experience with denim and reports to the Sr. Women's Design Director.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
AG Jeans is a premium denim and knitwear house leading the sustainable manufacturing movement with innovative technology and eco-minded processes.
In 2000, two powerhouses of the denim industry brought their visions together and founded AG Jeans in Los Angeles, California. Nicknamed the “Godfather of denim,” Adriano Goldschmied established a legacy that was instantly recognized for its ingenious washes and designs, laying the groundwork for AG’s rise in popularity as the leader of premium denim.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design.
Minimum 8 years experience designing contemporary or designer women's denim.
Exceptional hand sketching skills.
Knowledge of denim fit, fabric development, finishes and construction details .
Insight into customer needs and wants as well as current and emerging trends with the ability to translate it into product balancing core and fashion.
Experience working and leading a design team.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in MS Office suite, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conceptualize and sketch multiple bottoms silhouette ideas that appeal to the target customer.
Design women's denim bottoms.
Research and develop fabric, washes, seasonal colors and trims.
Help create design boards for each season showcasing silhouette, fabric, trims, print and color.
Meet product development milestones and calendar due dates.
Research new trends via magazines, competitive shopping and online media.
Partner with Design Director and Brand Director to ensure alignment on priorities and direction.
