Design Manager-Couture Bridal And Luxury Rtw Atelier

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We are looking for a Design Manager.This is for a company who creates Gowns & Bridal, similar to Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, or the whimsical extravagance of a brand like Thom Browne, these are gowns which are worn to The Met Gala!

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: Seeking a Luxury women's designer who is now looking to manage a team and help develop collections. This job would suit someone who is extremely organized, a proactive multi-tasker with attention to detail, excellent communication and time management skills, yet understands the design process from sketch to finished garment. Strong garment construction knowledge and experience in high-end womenswear development are required. Made in NY is preferred.

This is a full-time opportunity, working on-site from a design office & atelier in SOHO, NYC.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Manage a small team to developing collections from start to finish.

• Responsible for maintaining efficient workflows by adhering to design and development calendars and delivering to deadlines.

• Oversee creation of fabric layering mockups and sewing samples to help select final fabrics, linings, and finishes.

• Efficient and timely cross functional communications.

• Create detail sheets alongside design team from original sketches to be given to pattern makers and sewers with construction guidelines, all relevant finishings and design details.

• Oversees print and embroidery development.

• Create cut tickets alongside design team for muslins and final samples and complete packages with all fabrics, trims, linings to be passed to local factories.

• Assist Creative Director with development fittings.

• Work closely with in house Atelier and Development Team to ensure each new collection is executed to client's standards.

• Made in NYC, therefore familiarity/ relationships with local NYC Garment District resources is a plus.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• BFA or AAS in Fashion Design with senior level design experience.

• Experience working for a luxury brand in a fast-paced environment.

• Understanding of clients aesthetic and passionate about maintaining client's design DNA throughout all aspects of the brand.

• High sensitivity to textiles and colors.

• In-depth knowledge of high-end garment construction.

• Proficient in Photoshop, and Illustrator on MAC. Adobe Fresco on iPad & InDesign is a plus