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This range is provided by Rebecca Taylor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr We seek a highly creative and business-minded Associate Designer to contribute to the Rebecca Taylor women’s apparel collections. This role is ideal for a designer with at least 5 years of experience working within the contemporary or premium fashion market who can balance trend-driven creativity with commercial viability. The Associate Designer will be key in researching trends, developing seasonal concepts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring designs from concept to final production. A strong understanding of market trends, customer preferences, and business strategy is essential for success in this role. Key Responsibilities: Trend & Market Research Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify key trends in fabric, color, silhouette, and details for the contemporary and premium market. Monitor runway, street style, retail, and social media for emerging trends and translate them into commercially relevant designs. Present trend reports and mood boards to support seasonal concepts and product direction. Analyze past sales performance and customer feedback to ensure designs align with brand DNA and business objectives. Design & Development Collaborate with the senior designer and design director to develop and execute women’s apparel collections that align with the brand's aesthetic and commercial goals. Create and refine sketches, CADs, and technical flats with attention to fit, fabric, and construction. Develop print, fabric, and trim concepts with textile and sourcing teams. Work closely with patternmakers and technical design teams to ensure proper garment execution from prototype to final sample. Participate in fittings, providing design input and adjusting details to ensure the best fit and quality. Cross-functional Collaboration Partner with the merchandising team to ensure product assortment meets financial and strategic goals. Work closely with production and sourcing teams to ensure cost-effective fabric and trim selections align with quality standards. Communicate with overseas vendors and factories, reviewing prototypes and resolving design or construction challenges. Assist in preparing and presenting designs during internal and external design reviews. Technical & Organizational Support Create and maintain detailed tech packs, including specs, construction details, and color-ups. Ensure design files and seasonal documentation are organized and up to date. Track and manage sampling and approval timelines to meet key development deadlines. Qualifications & Skills: Minimum 5 years of experience in women’s contemporary or premium apparel design. Strong understanding of fashion trends, market positioning, and business strategy. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and PLM software for design development. Experience in apparel construction, fit development, fabric selection, and trims. Strong sense of color, print, and textile design, with the ability to create compelling seasonal palettes. Highly organized with excellent time management skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Strong communication and presentation skills to collaborate across teams and with external partners. Passion for a modern, feminine, and sophisticated design that reflects the Rebecca Taylor brand DNA. What We Offer: The opportunity to work in a creative and collaborative environment. Hands-on involvement in trend research, concept development, and product execution. A dynamic team with room for professional growth. This is an on-site position, and applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. If you have a strong design perspective, deep trend awareness, and business acumen, we’d love to hear from you! Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Manufacturing Industries Wholesale Import and Export, Wholesale Luxury Goods and Jewelry, and Retail Apparel and Fashion #J-18808-Ljbffr Rebecca Taylor

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