Support the Creative Director through the full design process: create design sheets and tech packs, source trims/fabrics, sketch flats, set up silhouettes in the sewing room, manage placement prints and linings, communicate with sales and production, and help organize cohesive daytime dress collections.
Our Company: Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women's fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment.
Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women's empowerment through fashion.
The Associate Designer will work closely with the Design Director on the development of the line.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Creative Director with the design process from initial inspiration to final production
- Communicate daily with sales and production to ensure design sheets are being completed properly and in a timely manner
- Create and execute on the vision of the Creative Director, ensuring that the product is consistent with market trends, while defining the brand identity and overall business strategy
- Develop Design sheets in Exenta (PLM System)
- Update reorder bodies with new ideas while incorporating upcoming trends
- Source trims, prints and novelty fabrics with venders/In the market
- Choose matching linings
- Set up new silhouettes in prints and new fabrications in our in-house sewing room to get cut and sewn
- Support the head designer in creating and organizing a cohesive line
- Create inspiration boards
Requirements
- Minimum 4+ years of fashion design experience
- Background using PLM software required
- Knowledge of garment construction and patterns
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Self-starter and proactive worker
- Enthusiastic and team-oriented with sense of urgency
- Knowledge of Exenta is not required, but is definitely a plus
- Basic knowledge of Pattern construction would be great, but not required
- Must be fluent in Photoshop and be able to sketch (Flats/Floats) in Procreate or Illustrator
- Must be proficient in creating tech packs
- Must have a strong understanding of placement prints, including how to effectively layout prints within garment patterns to maximize fabric yield
- Experience working in Procreate would be great, but not required
- Learns quickly and eager to learn all parts of the industry
- Must have an eye for Merchandising, Assorting Fabrics/Garments accordingly
- Must be comfortable with long hours, if needed
The annual salary range for this full-time role is dependent upon experience between $70,000 - $85,000.
Benefits
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401k Program
- Paid Time Off
- Robust Holiday Schedule
- Commuter Benefits
- Training & Development
- Growth Opportunities!
BCI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable law.
BCI Brands New York, New York, USA Office
530 Seventh Ave, 18th Floor, New York, New York, United States, 10018
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