Helmut Lang – New York, NY
Helmut Lang is looking for a talented Handbag Designer to join the design team who will be responsible for all aspects of the design process. He or she will be responsible for working with the Head of Helmut Lang design and product development teams to meet deadlines for creating and passing product specs for all stages of development – concept through production. Some essential responsibilities will include the following:
• Facilitate the transition of styles from design concept / first prototype to a final, production-ready sample
• Complete design specification package, including: flat sketch with measurements, construction details, measurement specifications with appropriate tolerances and any predefined performance standards.
• Develop technical specifications
• Support business partners on creation of a style by establishing the initial block spec and construction detail
• Collaborate and develop close working relationships with design, production, and sourcing
• Foster open communication and a team environment with all business partners; receive constructive feedback professionally
• Track and manage workflow and workload for own product and ensure product areas are maintained
• Required Skills and Experience Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, Outlook, Word, Excel
• Thorough understanding of the design & development process from inception through production
• Attention to detail, initiative, organization and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, proactively trouble shoot, problem solve
• Organized, accurate and articulate
• Strong hand sketching skills REQUIRED
• Bachelor’s degree in fashion – apparel/textile design, manufacturing, product development, merchandising, or a related field
• 5-8 years work experience or strong internships in the fashion industry including technical design
• Prior PLM experience preferred Helmut Lang is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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