Fashion Designer

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Managing design process from conception through to final styling. Conducting market research to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques, and seeking design inspiration. Collaborating with team members to select seasonal themes, make edits to line, and create new concepts. Ensuring product is in agreement with business strategy. Selecting fabrics and trims. Creating production sketches for development packages. Collaborating with technical designer to ensure development packages are accurate. Reviewing product for style and fit during presentation. Presenting story, mood, color boards, and samples to buyers. Overseeing Production Develop and maintain relations with sales, buying and production teams on an ongoing basis to ensure item suits customer, market and price points. Negotiate with customers and suppliers Desired Profile Bachelors degree in design or fine arts, or college degree in fashion design or related field. 5-7+ years design experience. Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Adobe Illustrator. Availability to travel for research and product development. Ability to do sketches by hand. Excellent design and conceptual skills. Excellent sense of style and color. Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to meet multiple deadlines.

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