AG Jeans is seeking a talented and creative Women's Denim Designer.
AG Jeans is a pioneer and industry leader in the premium denim industry. It is a vertically integrated company committed to making a difference and pursuing socially active and responsible alternatives through manufacturing. Rooted in denim, AG Jeans has grown recognized as a contemporary lifestyle brand encompassing a full range of premium apparel and accessories.
This role is onsite in South Gate, CA.
Responsibilities:
- Perform competitive market research
- Assist in creating trend overviews for each season
- Create inspiration boards with the Creative/Brand Director's guidance
- Assist in designing seasonal collections and capsules
- Create Illustrator CAD sketches
- Source and develop trim with vendors
- Issue, track, and receive raw material sample POs
- Issue and track sample cut tickets
- Work directly with the Pattern, Sample, R & D, Dye, and Production Departments
- Assist with product development, fittings, and line presentations
- Create and maintain seasonal tracking charts and line sheets
- Pass off seasonal/capsule styles to the Production Department
- Set up styles in product lifecycle management software - Shells, BOMs, MOs, POs, etc.
- Help maintain the design, storage, and sample areas.
Requirements:
- AA or equivalent in fashion design
- 2-5 years of denim design experience
- Understanding of garment construction and denim wet and dry processes
- Proficiency in MS Office, Illustrator, and Photoshop
- Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
- Possess strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced team environment
- Ability to partner with various constituencies in a team environment
