J.Crew is Hiring a Senior Designer - Denim (NYC)

Manage seasonal product design execution to achieve overall creative and business objectives.

Salary Range: $97,600.00 - $122,000.00

About the company:

We make modern classics with character. We believe in true timelessness, the integrity of well-made clothes, and since our inception, great quality at a great price. That’s in our DNA. But, we know it’s not only about the clothes—it’s about the feeling it gives the people who wear them, whether they’re confidently giving a presentation in a well-tailored suit; basking in long salty beach days in vibrant, colorful sun-soaked swimsuits, or joyfully re-discovering their favorite Rollneck sweater in their closet again and again, season after season.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 5-8 years Design experience

  • High taste level and creative ability

  • Ability to manage, coach, and develop others

  • Working knowledge of garment construction, textiles, and pattern/fit.

  • Knowledge of fabric/yarn construction

  • Ability to conduct color/print research

  • Knowledge of seasonal silhouette and color trends

  • Strong illustration/presentation skills

  • Understanding of Madewell Brand, ability to implement into design

  • Proven ability to research and apply market/fashion trend information

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Detail oriented, good follow through

  • Strong organizational, communication, and written skills

  • Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Excel

  • BA Fashion Design

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate and unify creative execution of product.

  • Manage creative and technical development of product within merchandise assortment strategy.

  • Research seasonal trends, themes, color, raw materials, and styling.

  • Collaborate with Merchandising, Production, and Technical Design to achieve product execution and maintain design integrity.

  • Conduct fittings.

  • Create design cards for first protos, including measurements and construction details.

  • Develop and counter source yarn/fabric and trim with production and suppliers.

  • Approval of lab dips and fabric/yarn submits.

  • Overseas travel for trade exhibitions, design research, and to supervise product development.

BENEFITS + PERKS

  • Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.

  • Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).

  • Flex Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.

  • Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.

  • Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

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