Free People Designer -Denim

Role Summary

Free People is seeking a Denim Designer who will play a key role in supporting the design process from initial concept through final production. This role will work closely with the Assistant Design Director and Senior Director to help bring our collections to life. It’s an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about design and eager to contribute to the ongoing development of Free People’s denim business. 

Role Responsibilities

• Be able to recognize and accurately forecast fashion and cultural trends and understand how they relate to the Free People customer. As  Designer, you will play a key role in collaborating, brainstorming, and presenting monthly trend direction and ideas for your category alongside the Assistant Design Director.
• Contribution to the design process including sketching new ideas with the help of procreate or/and Adobe Illustrator programs, researching new trends and ideas as well as utilizing ai platforms to increase creative research
• Own completing technical sketches for weekly design packages, as well as manage all sketch updates for all of your designs
• Complete BOMs on weekly basis. 
• Manage development and execution of all design development packages and participate in all follow-up communication of all design packages related to each style in partnership with the Design Coordinator & Product Development team.
• Communicate fit and construction details to cross-functional partners by managing weekly fit notes recap. Help alert Design Coordinator & Product Development team of any major changes made during fit and facilitate follow up conversations when needed.
• Maintain an active role in the weekly Design Flow Meetings. Take notes and follow up on all outstanding issues upon aligning w/ manager.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, constantly pushing new ideas, concepts as well as agility to respond to new business objectives and adapt accordingly.

Role Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design preferred.
• 5+ Years of experience in Denim, Woven or related category apparel design preferred.
• Creativity is a must! Strong sense and understanding of Fashion Trends and how they could translate to the Free People customer. Ability to identify new trends and how those can relate to Denim category.
• Excellent technical, hand sketching and CAD skills in Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator.
• Fabric/Wash knowledge as it relates to denim.
• Ability to sew and pattern if needed.
• Knowledge of garment construction is key.
• Strong sense of organizational skills as well as passionate of fast fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to function independently as well as in a team-based environment.
• Great attention to detail and understanding of the sense of urgency and deadline.
• Upbeat, positive attitude, great team player, and ability to be flexible.
• Proficient in Microsoft platforms (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work on-site in Philadelphia, PA.

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

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