Denim Designer Jobs

Denim Designer

Founded in 2018 by Ohad Seroya and Aviad Klin, Retrofête is a womenswear collection marked by its bold character, intricate detail, and sparkling embellishments. The New York-based label, which takes its name from a melding of synonyms for ‘vintage’ and ‘party’, channels disco-era after-hours through tastefully provocative, day-and-night

silhouettes.

As our Denim Designer, you would be responsible for:

• Responsible for managing the design process from concept to completion while partnering with the Director to ensure alignment on priorities and direction.
• Actively participates in the conceptual development of product lines and present ideas for each season showcasing silhouette, fabric, and print, pattern, color range
• Create tech packs for all development samples, including sketches, construction details, and layouts
• Works in an organized manner.
• Analyzing trends in fabrics colors and shapes to best-fit customer needs.
• Have a strong denim background and good working knowledge of woven fabrics and silhouettes.
• Displaying a sense of urgency with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Initiating entire product design process for denim to include color, print, fabric & trim research, concept creation, sketching, and fit.
• Making sketches by hand or on the computer to communicate design concepts.
• Complete understanding of fit. Attend all fit sessions pertaining to denim.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of fit, fabric and construction details.
• An eye for color, texture and pattern.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated success in both written and verbal communication.
• Be a strategic thinker - spend time and energy on what drives the greatest results
• A passion for the brand that shows up in everything you do, everyday.
• Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or university with an emphasis in Fashion Design or equivalent, and a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a denim designer.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude; desire to establish collaborative relationships to achieve team objectives; ability to tolerate diverse viewpoints. TEAMWORK!
• High taste level, a collection based mindset, understanding of brand aesthetic, and creative ability.