Designer - Trims
Gap Inc.
Gap Inc. operates Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Intermix, and Athleta brands—offering quality clothing and accessories for men, women, and children on an international scale.
About This Job
About the role
RESPONSIBILITIES:
What you'll do
- Responsible for creating trim designs by establishing a core hardware language and design seasonal updates through strong concept development
- Responsible for creating the story around new trim palettes and curate POV
- Responsible for researching markets, trade shows, shop, competitive analysis research and presentation
- Provides recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line, new concepts, etc.
- Provides direction on how trims connect directly to apparel and accessories and provide functional beauty
- Ensures that product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy.
- Responsible for Tech Pack creation.
- Works with technical designer and pre-production partner to ensure design packages are complete and accurate.
- Forges effective partnerships with development, R&D and vendors
- Demonstrates constant exploration/innovation curiosity - need to co-create onsite/vendors
- College degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
- 4 - 6 years design experience.
- Strong computer knowledge including Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong CAD skills
- Strong design and conceptual skills.
- Strong Understanding of materials and finishes, soft goods and hardware
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Understanding of merchandising as it relates to sales and store environment.
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